Reds' Joey Votto: Launches two homers in loss

Votto went 2-for-4 with two home runs, three RBI and three runs scored in Monday's loss to the Cubs.

Analysis:

Votto had been hitting just .213 before June began. Since June 1 that average has steadily grown to .248. The first baseman now has 13 home runs, 39 RBI and 43 runs scored for the season. A career .307 hitter, Votto should be closer to the hitter he is in June than the one he was earlier this season the rest of the way in 2016.