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Votto homers, Reds avoid sweep to Mets (AP) (sports.yahoo.com)

Joey Votto had a three-run homer and a run-scoring single off Oliver Perez, who rarely has such a tough time against a left-handed hitter, and the Cincinnati Reds beat the New York Mets 8-6 Thursday, salvaging the final game of their opening series. Right-hander Bronson Arroyo (1-0) pitched like he's recovered from his latest bout of carpal tunnel syndrome, giving up five runs in six innings.