Would You Blow Reds Up At Trade Deadline in July ???

[Stewy]

I know Votto is on the decline, but what are the odds the Reds do him a solid (doubtful FO motivation) and trade him to a contender where being among better bats would mean seeing better pitches? They might have to pay half his salary (definitely FO motivation) this year and next (no idea how long his contract is) for someone to take him, but since the Reds have no interest in winning, moving Votto's contract (or part of it) off the payroll might be something they want to do. And if Votto benefits, then the FO can milk it to look a little better publicly (though they don't seem to care).