Joey Votto discusses interest in Reds' front office roles
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 12:03 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Joey Votto, former Cincinnati Reds star, engaged in a conversation about potential roles with the team during an appearance on MLB Network's 'MLB Now' on August 18. When asked if he would be interested in coaching, Votto sarcastically declined, expressing a desire to avoid traveling and the minor leagues. However, he humorously remarked that he would accept a role as the team's general manager if offered. This discussion follows his recent comments on NBC's Sunday Night Baseball regarding his lack of visits to the Hall of Fame and his feelings about being underappreciated in the sport due to not winning a World Series with Cincinnati.
- •Votto generated social media buzz with his comments about the Reds.
- •He expressed no desire to coach or manage in baseball.
- •Votto humorously stated he would take the GM job if offered.
- •His remarks follow previous comments about his Hall of Fame visits.
- •Votto discussed feeling potentially underappreciated without a World Series win.
- 12:03 AMYahoo Sports — Joey Votto answers questions about Reds' GM, coaching jobs
"Former Reds great Joey Votto generated buzz on social media with responses to questions about whether he's interested in working for his former team.
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