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Joey Votto

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  • Height: 6-3
  • Weight: 200 lbs
  • Born: Sep 10, 1983

  • Debut: September 4, 2007

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October 3, 2009

Joey Votto sparked the Reds to an 8-4 win over the Pirates on Saturday night. The first baseman went 2-for-3 with a homer, three RBI and a pair of walks.

Our View:

Votto is hitting .318 and now has 25 homers and 84 RBI despite missing significant time with anxiety issues this season. He appears to be over his phobia and Saturday's homer gave a new career high.

September 25, 2009

Joey Votto helped lead the Reds in tonight's 10-4 win at Houston, as he went 2-for-4 with four RBI. He hit a double and a solo homer off Brian Moehler.

Our View:

The rising star clubbed his 23rd homer of 2009. He needs one more to tie his personal season-high of 24 set last season. He also extended his hitting streak to seven games tonight, and is batting .368 in September.

September 24, 2009

Joey Votto's two-run double in the third inning would prove to be the difference on Thursday, as the Reds beat the Pirates 4-1 in Pittsburgh.

Our View:

Votto now has RBI in five of his past six games after enduring a six-game RBI drought.

September 23, 2009

Joey Votto went 4-for-5 with three runs scored on Wednesday, pacing the Reds to a 12-2 rout over the Pirates on the road.

Our View:

The four-hit game was his first since July 2. He now has seven hits in the Reds' past two contests.

September 18, 2009

Joey Votto was productive in tonight's 4-3 loss to Florida at the Great American Ballpark, as he went 2-for-4 with two singles and an RBI.

Our View:

Votto recorded two hits in five of his last nine games, and raised his team-leading batting average to .303.

September 5, 2009

Joey Votto went 1-for-3 with a two-run homer off Jair Jurrjens in tonight's 3-1 win at Atlanta.

Our View:

Votto snapped a seven-game skid without a homer, but still leads the Reds with 21. He continues to pace the club with a .304 batting average as well.

September 1, 2009

Joey Votto is not in the Reds' stareting lineup Tuesday. Votto is currently in an 0-for-15 slump, and he will be replaced by Kevin Barker at first base.

Our View:

Votto has been struggling as of late, so the team thought tonight would be a good time to give him a day off. Maybe the rest will help him break out, as fantasy owners will need him to be productive over the next few weeks.

August 27, 2009

Joey Votto went 3-for-4 with his 20th home run on Thursday, helping the Reds to an 8-5 victory and three-game sweep in Milwaukee.

Our View:

The home run was his second in three games, and after nose-diving for much of August, the young first baseman looks to be getting hot again.

August 20, 2009

According to Mark Sheldon on Twitter, Joey Votto is indeed back in the lineup for the Reds on Thursday.

Our View:

Looks like the blurred vision was a one time thing. This is good news for the Reds and Votto owners alike. Feel free to get him back in your lineup.

August 20, 2009

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, Joey Votto (blurry vision) may be able to play in Thursday's game.

Our View:

The good news is that the blurred vision (Votto's reason for coming out of Wednesday's game) is not related to his stress disorder that kept him on the shelf earlier this season. It doesn't sound serious at this point, but anything with a ball player's eye is worth dealing with carefully. We'll update his status before the game.

August 19, 2009

Updating a previous report, Reds' first baseman Joey Votto has been diagnosed with blurred vision, according to the Twitter page of beat writer Mark Sheldon. He will be evaluated again on Thursday morning.

Our View:

Votto has dealt with blurred vision before this season, but we will know more about the condition when he is evaluated tomorrow. Hopefully he will be able to return to the lineup soon, but we will let you know.

August 19, 2009

Joey Votto was removed from Wednesday night's game against the Giants after the top of the first inning, according to the Associated Press. There has been no announcement of the reasoning for his removal.

Our View:

There didn't appear to be any kind of injury, so you have to wonder if Votto's anxiety disorder is acting up again. We will keep you updated on his condition when the information is released, so stay tuned.

August 18, 2009

Joey Votto had just one hit in five at-bats in Tuesday's 8-5 loss to the Giants, but the one he got a hold of left the yard.

Our View:

Votto now has 18 jacks on the season, but has registered just two this month. He hasn't seemed completely right since being diagnosed with an anxiety disorder in late May.

August 15, 2009

Joey Votto was productive in tonight's 10-6 loss to Washington at the Great American Ballpark, as he went 2-for-4 with three RBI and a run scored. He hit a single and a double.

Our View:

This was an encouraging outing for Votto, as he was batting .174 in August heading into tonight's game. He still holds a solid .317 average for the season.

July 26, 2009

Joey Votto clubbed his 15th homer of the season on Sunday, but the Reds couldn't get anything going in a 5-2 loss to the Cubs at Wrigley Field.

Our View:

The .351 hitting Votto has been simply magnificent in 2009, and could contend for the National League batting title if he stays healthy for the rest of the season.

July 25, 2009

Joey Votto led the way once again for the Reds on Saturday, but it wasn't enough as his team lost to the Cubs 5-3. Votto went 2-for-3 with a double, a home run, a run scored, and two RBI in the game.

Our View:

Votto has been about the only source of offense for the Reds as of late, and they have come to find out he can't do it all himself. With Jay Bruce injured, Votto needs more help from guys like Brandon Phillips and Edwin Encarnacion if the team is going to stay competitive. Votto is still a rock solid fantasy player, but he could be even better if his team could help him out.

July 23, 2009

Joey Votto went 3-for-4 in a losing effort on Wednesday night, as the Reds lost 6-2 in Los Angeles.

Our View:

More great hitting from one of the game's best young players. Votto looked mostly like a mashing power hitter in 2008, but now looks like he could contend for batting titles as well.

July 22, 2009

Joey Votto hit a ninth inning home run on Tuesday, but it was irrelevant as the Reds were losing 12-2 at the time. The Dodgers went on to win 12-3.

Our View:

Votto has kept producing as the Reds have swooned, but no one else has. He has great numbers to this point, but could see his production dwindle if the Reds keep losing at the rate they have been lately.

July 16, 2009

Joey Votto was productive in tonight's 9-6 loss to the Brewers at the Great American Ballpark, as he went 2-for-5 with two RBI. He hit a single and a two-run homer off Braden Looper.

Our View:

Votto raised his batting average to .353, and hit a homer in two of his last four games. He has 12 home runs for the season. He is off to a good start in the second half of the season.

July 11, 2009

Joey Votto went 1-for-4 with a single in tonight's 4-0 loss at the Mets.

Our View:

The Reds only mustered six hits in the game, and stranded 11 men on base. Votto still managed to extend his hitting streak to 14 games.

July 10, 2009

Joey Votto went 2-for-4 with a solo homer off Fernando Nieve in tonight's 3-0 win at the Mets. His other knock was a single.

Our View:

Votto notched his second homer of July, and his 11th of the season. He extended his hitting streak to 13 games as well.

July 4, 2009

Joey Votto stayed hot on the Fourth of July, going 2-for-4 with two RBIs and a home run as the Reds beat St. Louis 5-2.

Our View:

Votto hasn't missed a beat since being activated from the disabled list on June 23, and is quickly emerging as a top flight fantasy first baseman. If you can't start him at first, he needs to at least be your utilityman.

July 2, 2009

Joey Votto was 4-for-6 and drove in the winning run in the bottom of the tenth inning on Thursday to give the Reds a 3-2 win over the Diamondbacks.

Our View:

Votto now has his average up to .366 on the season, and he has hit very well since coming off the disabled list with a combination of an inner ear infection and an anxiety disorder. He has 15 hits in nine games since his return.

July 1, 2009

Joey Votto singled in the game winning run in the sixth inning on Wednesday as the Reds beat Arizona 1-0 in Cincinnati.

Our View:

Votto hasn't missed a beat since returning from the disabled list and is safe to start every night from here on out.

June 25, 2009

Joey Votto had his first big game since returning from the disabled list earlier this week, going 4-for-5 with three RBIs and a home run as the Reds beat Toronto 7-5.

Our View:

This is wonderful news for owners of the exceptional young lefty hitting first baseman. Consider him officially safe to place in your starting lineup every day now.

June 23, 2009

Updating a previous report, Reds' first baseman Joey Votto is in the lineup for Tuesday night's game in Toronto, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. Votto will bat third and play first base for Cincinnati.

Our View:

We knew Votto was activated, and now we know he is playing. Fantasy owners should feel free to get him in the lineup tonight if possible, as he remains a strong play at this point.

June 23, 2009

Updating an earlier report, the Dayton Daily News is reporting that Reds' slugger Joey Votto accompanied the team to Toronto on Monday and is likely to be activated in time to play in Tuesday night's interleague matchup against the Blue Jays. Votto has been on the DL while dealing with stree-related issues.

Our View:

No word yet on whether or not he will be in the lineup, but you have to think that if he is with the team he will play. Factor in that he is back in his homeland (Canada), and it makes sense that he would want to get back in the lineup tonight. Votto owners should be prepared to play him tonight, but check back for confirmation that he is in the lineup.

June 22, 2009

Joey Votto could be deemed fit to return to the Reds' lineup as early as Tuesday, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. He is dealing with stress-related issues.

Our View:

Votto is registered at the Toronto hotel that the Reds are staying. The club starts a three-game set with the Blue Jays tomorrow. We will keep you posted on Votto's status.

June 19, 2009

Joey Votto played in his first rehab assignment game on Thursday at Single-A Sarasota, according to MLB.com.

Our View:

Votto went 0-for-2 with a walk and a strikeout, playing six innings. He should be back in the majors sooner rather than later.

June 17, 2009

The Cincinnati Enquirer reports that Joey Votto took batting practice once again on Wednesday and he is departing tonight to begin a minor league rehab assignment. He's expected to rejoining the team on June 30, but he could return sooner.

Our View:

Votto has not played in a month and was placed on the DL with stress-related issues. The symptoms began as the flu, developed into dizziness and were later attributed to an inner-ear infection. Flying was an issue for him less than a month ago, and we're not certain when the last time he flew was. Hopefully all of this is behind him and he can resume smashing as the No. 3 hitter in the Reds lineup once again.

June 16, 2009

Joey Votto is inching closer to a return according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

Votto took fielding drills with the team on Tuesday and is soon expected to go on a minor league rehab assignment. Before Votto went on the DL with stress, he was hitting .357 with eight home runs and 33 RBIs in 38 games.

June 13, 2009

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, Reds' GM Walt Jocketty told the media that there is no timetable set for Joey Votto's return to the lineup and that his return is up to him. Votto has been on the DL since May 30 with stress related issues.

Our View:

Votto is eligible to return on Sunday, but there is seemingly no way he will be activated by then. He plans on going on a rehab assignment when he feels ready, but right now there is no word as to when that will be. We will keep you updated on his status.

June 9, 2009

Manager Dusty Baker still has no set timetable for Joey Votto's return to the diamond, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. He is dealing with stress-related issues.

Our View:

He is first eligible to come off the DL Sunday, but Votto still is not fit for a rehab assignment. He is improving though, and is working on returning to the Reds.

June 6, 2009

The Cincinnati Enquirer is reporting that the Reds do not expect first baseman Joey Votto to be ready to come off the DL when he is eligible on June 14. When asked about Votto, manager Dusty Baker said "We're not there yet. ... He hasn't hit in a while. He's a natural, but he ain't that natural."

Our View:

Votto isn't speaking to the media, but it sounds as if he may be out for awhile. This whole situation is very mysterious, but Votto owners should be prepared to be without him for a few more weeks.

May 30, 2009

MLB.com reports that Joey Votto has been placed on the 15-day DL due to stress related issues. Infielder Wilkin Castillo was called up to take his roster spot. The first baseman has been in and out of the lineup over the past two weeks because of dizziness.

Our View:

If nothing else, this at least lets us know for certain he will not be in the lineup over the next two weeks. He has been a day to day case for at least two weeks. This is unfortunate though as he has been the Reds best hitter with 33 RBI in 38 games. Through his first 126 at bats, the 25-year-old is hitting an impressive .357/.464/.627.

May 30, 2009

MLB.com reports that Joey Votto will not play on Saturday and he could possibly land on the DL due to what is being called an inner ear infection. The first baseman had a closed door meeting with his coach, GM, and trainer following his early exit in Friday's game.

Our View:

Votto is still battling dizziness on occasion, and his constant yo-yoing in and out of the lineup has made him among the more frustrating players to own. Through his first 126 at bats, the 25-year-old is hitting an impressive .357/.464/.627.

May 29, 2009

Joey Votto registered only one at-bat in Friday's 3-2 loss to the Brewers, as he exited the game early due to symptoms of a lingering ear infection.

Our View:

Votto was cleared and good to go, and everyone was under the assumption that the ear infection was no longer an issue. Turns out there are still some lasting effects. We'll update his status as we know more. He may head back to the bench though.

May 26, 2009

In his return to the lineup Joey Votto hit a game-winning two-run homer in the seven inning to burn the Astros 6-4 on Tuesday. It was his only hit in four at-bats.

Our View:

Votto has been in and out with the flu and an ear infection, but in limited time between injuries he's clubbed four homers. He's one of the best young players in the game and is hitting .364 on the season. Play him every day now that he's healthy.

May 26, 2009

Joey Votto is in the lineup for tonight's home game against the Astros, according to MLBblogs.com. He will bat third in the order.

Our View:

He was held out of the starting lineup for the previous two games while dealing with symptoms caused by his ear infection, but should be fine to employ in fantasy lineups for tonight. The rising star is hitting .340 with five homers and 17 RBI over 16 games at the Great American Ballpark this season.

May 25, 2009

The AP reports that Joey Votto did not start for the second straight game due to dizziness, but he did make two plate appearances late in Monday's 8-5 win over the Astros. He was 0-for-1 with an intentional walk.

Our View:

Votto has been among the most frustrating of players to own over the past couple of weeks. He has missed the majority of the Reds games, but chipped in two home runs in Saturday's start. He has not been in the starting lineup since, but should be back sooner rather than later.

May 25, 2009

Joey Votto is still dealing with symptoms related to his ear infection, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

Votto is out of Monday's lineup, with Adam Rosales covering first base. Votto should be held out of fantasy lineups until further notice.

May 24, 2009

Joey Votto has been scratched from the Reds' lineup on Sunday due to his inner ear infection, according to the Cincinatti Enquirer.

Our View:

Votto came back last night and hit two home runs, but apparently he was not feeling well this morning. He should be back early in the week, but he is out today so adjust your lineup accordingly.

May 23, 2009

Joey Votto, who had missed time with dizziness due to an ear infection, came back in a big way in his first action since May 16, hitting two home runs with four RBI against Cleveland on Saturday.

Our View:

Votto now has a respectable seven home runs to go along with his .371 batting average and appears to be one of the very best young hitters in the game.

May 23, 2009

Joey Votto is penciled into Saturday's lineup at home against Cleveland, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

Votto has been out of the lineup since last Saturday while hindered by an ear infection. He is hitting .333 with three homers at the Great American Ballpark this season, and opposing hurler David Huff was rocked for seven earned runs in his last start. Votto should be fine to employ in fantasy lineups in his first game back.

May 21, 2009

It has been determined that Joey Votto's dizziness has been caused by an ear infection, according to the Associated Press.

Our View:

The infection is believed to be linked to his current bout with the flu. He could heal quickly with medication, and could return to the diamond in a few days.

May 19, 2009

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer, first baseman Joey Votto will be out of the lineup for at least another few days as he has some further testing done to deal with his dizziness spells.

Our View:

The raking first baseman and most important piece of the Reds' lineup will have to wait a while longer. Doctors have yet to figure out what's causing his dizzy spells that came on after a severe bout with the flu. He likely wouldn't play until this weekend at the earliest. Keep him on your bench until further notice.

May 18, 2009

Joey Votto will visit a doctor today after missing two games last week due to dizziness, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

The dizziness was believed to be caused by his bout with the flu, but manager Dusty Baker said he does not know how concerned to be as the club does not know what it is. We will keep you posted on Votto's status.

May 17, 2009

Joey Votto is expected to miss Sunday's game at San Diego.

Our View:

Votto exited Saturday's game with dizziness. He will be re-evaluated, and should be held out of fantasy lineups until further notice.

May 15, 2009

Joey Votto will be in the Reds' lineup on Friday as expected, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer. Votto missed Wednesday's game after suffering from dizziness due to his bout with the fu.

Our View:

Votto should be fine after getting two days rest thanks to yesterday's off day. Keep him in fantasy lineups, as it looks as if he is fully recovered.

May 13, 2009

The Cincinnati Enquirer is reporting that Joey Votto will not be in the Reds' lineup on Wednesday night against the Diamondbacks because of dizziness. He is expected to be available when the Reds resume play Friday.

Our View:

Votto has been struggling with the flu as of late, and it is expected that the dizziness is a result of that illness. With the day off on Thursday, Votto will get two days to rest before getting back in the lineup.

May 13, 2009

The Reds hope Joey Votto will be able to return to the diamond after being forced out of Tuesday's game due to dizziness, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

Votto has been dealing with the flu, which is the culprit of the dizziness. We will keep you posted on his status for tonight's game at Arizona.

May 12, 2009

Joey Votto left Tuesday's game with an undisclosed injury in the fourth inning.

Our View:

Votto missed four games with the flu, so hopefully this is just fatigue or after effects of that and not something serious.

May 10, 2009

Joey Votto came off the bench and hit a pinch-hit a solo home run in Sunday's 8-7 loss in 10 innings to the Cardinals. He also drew two walks in the game.

Our View:

Votto had missed the previous three games due to the flu, but judging by today's performance, it appears that he should be feeling well enough to get back in the starting lineup. The second-year first baseman is hitting .376/.479/.594 through 101 at bats and he certainly looks like the real deal.

May 10, 2009

Joey Votto will miss his fourth straight game with the flu on Sunday, reports the Cincinnati Enquirer. Votto may be available to pinch hit against the Cardinals.

Our View:

Votto sounds like he is getting better, but he is still feeling a bit weak. Expect him back in the lineup early this week, and don't be surprised if he gets an at-bat today.

May 7, 2009

Joey Votto missed the Reds' Thursday night game against the Brewers due to a case of the flu, according to MLB.com. Votto was replaced by catcher Ramon Hernandez at first base.

Our View:

Votto has been the Reds' best hitter so far in 2009, so hopefully he won't be out for more than tonight. With Votto and Phillips both out with the flu, the Reds better hope they get better soon.

May 5, 2009

Joey Votto continued his hot hitting Tuesday with a perfect day at the plate where he went 2-for-2 with three walks. He also score two runs and added an RBI in the Reds' 7-0 blanking of the Marlins.

Our View:

Votto is hitting .378 on the season and has put up an OPS over 1.000 so far. He's drawn 15 walks and has 13 extra-base hits to go along with his 23 RBI. He is a must start in any fantasy format.

April 26, 2009

First baseman Joey Votto went 2-for-3 with a pair of doubles, two runs, and three RBI in Sunday's win over the Braves. He was also hit by a pitch. Votto is up to .371 this season.

Our View:

Votto has been aggressive this April, and the results are excellent. He is striking out a little too much, but if he keeps mashing the ball like this, who cares?

April 24, 2009

Joey Votto continued his hot hitting on Friday with a 2-for-5 performance in the Reds' 4-3 loss to the Braves. He added an RBI in the contest as well.

Our View:

Votto is quickly turning into a top-level fantasy first baseman. He's not hitting .375 with 3 homers and 16 RBI on the season. Thirty home runs is not out of reach this season either.

April 23, 2009

Joey Votto tore the cover off the ball on Thursday. He was 4-for-5 with a home run and two RBI in the Reds convincing 7-1 victory over the Cubs. It was his third long ball of the year.

Our View:

Votto has lived up to expectations so far this season after a strong rookie campaign and looks to be a constant threat in the heart of the Reds' lineup. He's now hitting a blistering .373 with seven doubles, three homers and 15 RBI.

April 14, 2009

Joey Votto doubled and drove in two in his 2-for-5 night at the plate on Tuesday as the Reds topped the Brewers 6-1 in a Central Division battle.

Our View:

Votto is having a fantastic start to the season and is a very promising young fantasy talent. If the Reds one and two hitters continue to get on in front of him he'll keep piling up the RBI. He now has 10 in seven games.

April 12, 2009

Joey Votto tore his pant leg while sliding into home during Saturday's battle with the Pirates, but he indicated that he is fine, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

Votto is the only member of the Reds with any home runs so far this season. He has two over four games.

April 9, 2009

Joey Votto went 3-for-5 with four RBI and two runs scored in Thursday's 8-6 win over the Mets at the Great American Ballpark. He hit a three-run homer and two singles.

Our View:

Votto registered the only homer in the game, and now has two for the season. He is off to a good start in his sophomore campaign.

April 8, 2009

Joey Votto had a huge day at the plate, going 3-for-5 with a home run, three RBI and two runs scored in Wednesday's loss to the Mets. The home run was his first of the year.

Our View:

Votto is a talented young hitter who took the NL by storm last year as a rookie. Now with a season under his belt, expect bigger and better things.

March 31, 2009

Joey Votto had a solid all-around game on Tuesday, going 2-for-2 with a run, and RBI and a pair of walks. He's now hitting .292 this spring.

Our View:

Votto seems primed for an even bigger breakout in '09 after a very impressive campaign last year. He may be a .300-30-100 man this year and is a top-10 fantasy first baseman.

March 17, 2009

Joey Votto went 0-for-4 with two strikeouts in Tuesday's 8-1 loss to the Phillies in the Grapefruit League. He stranded three men on base.

Our View:

His spring average remains solid at .381, and his fantasy stock remains steady as a top-10 first baseman for 2009.

March 15, 2009

Joey Votto was 1-for-1 with two walks, a double, a run, a steal, and an RBI in Sunday's 5-4 loss to Toronto.

Our View:

Votto is hitting an impressive 8-for-17 with a couple of home runs this spring. He will likely hit No. 3 in front of Brandon Phillips this season, and he should be among the better producers in the second tier of first basemen. His power will not blow you away, but it should be more than adequate seeing how he'll play 81 home games at the Gap.

February 28, 2009

Joey Votto went 2-for-3 on Saturday with a pair of singles.

Our View:

Votto was a bit of a surprise power-wise in 2008, cranking 24 home runs in just 526 at-bats. He'll certainly be drafted this year.

February 4, 2009

MLB.com reports that Joey Votto will see some time at DH and possibly in the outfield for Team Canada in the WBC. Justin Morneau will man first base most of the time.

Our View:

Votto will only be eligible at first base for fantasy purposes this season. He had a strong season last year with the Reds, but it should only get better next season. His numbers improved after the Reds dealt Ken Griffey Jr. and Adam Dunn away last season. Votto will be in the heart of the lineup all season in 2009, while he spent much of 2008 hitting in the No. 6 spot.

January 6, 2009

Joey Votto is going to represent Canada in the upcoming World Baseball Classic, according to the Cincinnati Enquirer.

Our View:

The NL Rookie of the Year was born in Toronto.

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