Reds first baseman Joey Votto has avoided a serious injury, as an MRI taken Friday reveals no structural damage to his left knee.
Votto was diagnosed with a left quad strain, and the Cincinnati Enquirer reports he will not require a trip to the disabled list at this point. He is out of the lineup for Friday's game, though the Enquirer reports a trip to the disabled list is still possible. Front office, training staff and coaches will meet to discuss Votto's rehab timeline following Friday's game.