"The Rockies and Carlos Gonzalez have reportedly agreed to a seven-year, $80 million contract. Gonzalez finished third to Joey Votto in the MVP race.

The Reds, of course, are trying to get Votto signed. Walt Jocketty had not seen the numbers on Gonzalez.

"It's hard to comment without knowing the details," he said. "I think each deal is separate and different. I'm sure it will affect it some down the line."

Gonzalez's situation is somewhat different. He is not eligible for arbitration like Votto. Votto also had two very good years before his great one last year. Last year was Gonzalez's first full year in the majors.

So it's a little bit of apples and oranges. But it's safe to say that Votto could reasonably ask for more money.

But, with Votto, it's no given that he wants to sign a deal of that length.

Jocketty said the Reds have had talks with Votto."