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Reds star 1B Joey Votto activated after coronavirus scare

By Zac Wassink | Last updated Aug 3, 2020 3:46 PM ET

MLB Network's Jon Morosi has confirmed the Cincinnati Reds activated All-Star first baseman Joey Votto following a coronavirus scare.

OFFICIAL: Joey Votto activated by @Reds. @MLBNetwork @MLB
— Jon Morosi (@jonmorosi) August 3, 2020

The 36-year-old, six-time All-Star self-reported experiencing coronavirus symptoms on Sunday. Cincinnati placed him on the injured list as a precaution, but he will bat second for Monday's game versus the Cleveland Indians held at Great American Ball Park.

VOTTO BACK

Here is today's updated Reds lineup. #TakeTheCentral pic.twitter.com/6snLKkBj2u
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) August 3, 2020

In his first seven appearances of the pandemic-shortened season, Votto hit .259 with two home runs, five RBI, a .375 OBP and .856 OPS.

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