A few weeks remain in the regular season, but Reds fans can already begin making plans for October, as Cincinnati became the first squad to secure itself a playoff spot for the 2012 MLB postseason. Should the Reds hang on and win the Central, it will be their second divisional title in the past three seasons.

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The Cincinnati Reds have already this offseason taken steps to make themselves a more competitive team next year. Addressing their biggest roster need with a blockbuster trade, the Reds acquired top MLB starter Mat Latos from the San Diego Padres. 2012 Reds ticket buyers will be able to see the young right hander lead the starting rotation alongside Johnny Cueto and Mike Leake. Dusty Baker's team were unable to defend their NL Central championship but should back in the thick of things this season. The two-headed tandem of Joey Votto and Jay Bruce is one of the most feared slugging duos in baseball. Bruce had a monster year in Cincinnati, driving in 97 runs and hitting 32 home runs. With a few more key players added to the club's already talented roster, the Reds will be in a good position to contend for playoff spot next fall.

Cincinnati found a new hometown hero last season in Reds’ first baseman Joey Votto. The big swinging Canadian led Cincinnati to a NL Central division championship and the franchise’s first playoff berth in 15 years. For his efforts, Votto was awarded the National League MVP Award and a new three-year contract worth $38 million dollars from the Reds. Votto led the team in batting average, home runs, RBIs, on-base percentage, and hits. Those who get their hands on 2011 Reds tickets shouldn’t expect Votto’s play to slouch off. The 27-year old from Toronto told media earlier this week that he feels he can still improve as a hitter, fielder, and teammate. Although many baseball fans in Cincinnati area were thrilled just to see their ball club back in the postseason, the Reds were not satisfied with their NLDS loss to the Phillies. Votto and company will have a point to prove when they return to regular season play at Great American Ballpark.