Votto, Reds host young cancer patient

Joey Votto is in the midst of a career year, but the Reds’ first baseman still has time to be one of the nicest guys in the game.

Last week, while the Reds were playing at home, Votto invited Evan Roach, a 10-year-old fan battling cancer, out to Great American Ball Park for an experience he would never forget.

Votto gave him the best seat in the house -- right behind the Reds’ on-deck circle -- and even asked for some advice before an at-bat.

Roach also received a gift bag hand-selected by Votto that included autographed items from several members of the Reds.