Thank you, Joey

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4 ай бұрын

Joseph Daniel Votto, JDV, Vottomatic, JoVo, Still Bangs, Tokki 2, Joey Moppo, Employee No. 19. The list goes on and on, but one thing is certain… the name Joey Votto will forever be etched in the history of this franchise.
One of Cincinnati's most beloved stars on the diamond and in the community. Thank you, Joey, for your 21 years with the Reds organization, 17 big league seasons and the everlasting impact you’ve made on Reds Country.

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@jordaneye8573 4 ай бұрын

Don't worry Reds fans we'll treat him well. Looking forward to seeing him in Blue

@LebronGamesCincy 4 ай бұрын

Only fair he gets to come home! He is truly a special man and player. Wishing him the best

@mikeyvance3230 4 ай бұрын

Please take care of him!

@gothard5 4 ай бұрын

he signed a minor league deal and is a non roster invitee to training camp. he may not even make the team. he wasn’t very good at all in 2022 or 2023 when healthy if he ever was truly healthy at all. no guarantees he will make the team. I wish him all the best though.😊

@tatumgamertv8327 4 ай бұрын

Keep him safe in Toronto

@LinkRocks 4 ай бұрын

@@gothard5 Everyone's aware of that, no need to be a turd in the punch bowl.

@lowprofile513 4 ай бұрын

When he’s finished with his playing career, we need him back as a coach. *19*

@johnclevesjr6869 4 ай бұрын

AGREED! I'll second the motion!

@mikeyvance3230 4 ай бұрын

I’ll third the motion

@morokolibeats 4 ай бұрын

Love how this comment actively has 19 likes

@EB_3934 4 ай бұрын

This NEEDS to happen!

@seanwebb605 4 ай бұрын

Well his playing career should last about another two weeks. But does he have any coaching experience?

@cincy_prodz 4 ай бұрын

Cincy legend

@DC_08 4 ай бұрын

I’m not even a Reds fan and this got me emotional. I hope he smashes it with the Jays. We’ll never see the likes of Joey Votto again. What a player, what a man.

@Cincinnatifamily965 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Joey my favorite red ever

@Hungrydingo 4 ай бұрын

I'm so sad he's gone. I hope Toronto serves him well. He's THE Cincinnati player of the 21st century so far imo.

@Thememe_vr 4 ай бұрын

Really then why didn’t you re sign

@gaburias978 4 ай бұрын

@@Thememe_vr Cause he was 20 million dollars to resign and it was not worth it and plus he wants abs so he wont be a good fit your point is dumb of course we wouldn't resign him

@Hungrydingo 4 ай бұрын

@@Thememe_vr Well I guess I just didn't have enough millions laying around to make it possible. I also don't own the team so that was definitely a factor as well.

@CosmicStar3 4 ай бұрын

@@Thememe_vrbecause he is way past his prime

@Thememe_vr 4 ай бұрын

@@gaburias978 they didn’t need to give him 20 million he was a free agent and he knew he was past his prime so chances are he would have stayed if Cincinnati offered a lower offer

@MANontheMOON031 4 ай бұрын

I'm a Yankees fan and this gave me chills. What a legend.

@DugEphresh 4 ай бұрын

God bless you Joey, will be missed forever!

@gregbeagle7013 4 ай бұрын

My father and I always bonded over Reds baseball. I remember watching the Mothers' Day game with him when Joey went yard 3 times, one of which was a walk off grand slam. When he was losing his battle to dementia I would always show him the video of Joey hitting the walk off and he would cry every time. I like to think that deep down he remembered that moment. Thank you for everything you did for the game and the Reds franchise, Joey.. But more importantly thank you for being a genuinely gracious human being. You are a Reds legend. Keep banging in Toronto

@danaglass5394 4 ай бұрын

One of the very best that I've seen play. Not only a Red, but all time in MLB history.

@debbiereichard-smith7704 4 ай бұрын

I am so glad to have 17 years with him

@CincyPharmer 4 ай бұрын

Class. Act. MVP. Cincy loves you.

@Elly44DeLaCruz 4 ай бұрын

We will miss you

@1cincinnatiredsfan460 4 ай бұрын

He will be missed

@bdandalbff 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Joey, for the countless memories, laughs and great times. We will miss you in Cincinnati and wish you all of the best in Toronto.

@bryancoats5328 4 ай бұрын

Would be a shame to never see him in a World Series

@JMcDonald2001 4 ай бұрын

So Long Joey THANK YOU for everything 🥹🥹🥹

@Jay-xy7yi 4 ай бұрын

As a life long Reds fan,i love this guy Joey V is a class act ,a Reds legend,and a MLB LEGEND! Thank you Joey

@jacobrichardson1952 4 ай бұрын

I may not be a Reds fan but Joey Votto can play. I died laughing so hard when it comes to ejections by Votto 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Its hard to say goodbye to Cincinnati.

@LSK1997 4 ай бұрын

Love you Joey

@cuddlyasacactus709 4 ай бұрын

I’m a Pirates fan, so I should not like the Reds, but Joey is one of my favorite players ever. He really endeared me to the Reds and I’ve enjoyed the rivalry between us. He’s really a one-of-a-kind guy! I’ll miss seeing him in red, but I hope he has great days ahead of him in Toronto.

@brandlyscottconner9824 4 ай бұрын

The Cincinnati Reds @ The Toronto Blue Jays In Toronto In August 2024

@willgraham4209 4 ай бұрын

Cincinnati loves you Joey!!! And always will!! Finish your career strong!

@snakethejake274 4 ай бұрын

Joseph Daniel Votto is the ****ing man!!! Legend! Wooooo cheers folks!! 🍻🍻

@tylerwiltshire6342 4 ай бұрын

God Bless You, Joey Votto. Thank you!

@shaylarz 4 ай бұрын

Wishing Joey the best from Twins Territory. He’s just such a special dude and it’s going to be weird seeing him in a different uniform. I’m glad someone’s giving him a chance, though. Baseball is better with Joey in it.

@Thisisgeigh 4 ай бұрын

I couldn't have more respect and admiration for Joey Votto.

@MrCakeProd 4 ай бұрын

Goodbye Joey! 😭

@user-jt1vb7hb3z 4 ай бұрын

Thank you from Russia ❤

@monsterhuntingunslingers33 4 ай бұрын

Greatest Red of my lifetime, and certainly one of the greatest ever. It has been a heck of a ride, I always loved watching Vottomatic. Hopefully we'll see him back in Red in the future sometime

@SLUGGER_CITY 4 ай бұрын

One of my all-time favorite players, I love this dude!! I'm grateful for your time, and all you've done for Cincy! Good luck in Toronto, Joey. ⚾💥⚾💥⚾💥⚾💥⚾💥⚾💥⚾

@ohioman23 4 ай бұрын

I was born two years before Votto played in the big leagues. All I remember is him on the Reds. Sad to seem him go, but know it's for the best for the Reds chances of winning. It's also better for Votto to play close to home and having a chance to play even if it is just for once more year.

@Jimmy-the-hampter.12 4 ай бұрын

As a Phillies fan I can say that is Joey votto

@BeckhamFair 4 ай бұрын

Joey was a good guy even if he doesn't make it into the hall of Fame we will mis you

@johnclevesjr6869 4 ай бұрын

He's making the HOF, and it won't take the maximum 10 years on the ballot for it to happen! I say it'll take no more than 6 elections before we can book our trips to Cooperstown!

@BeckhamFair 4 ай бұрын

17 season g.o.a.t

@sherrilistermann4760 4 ай бұрын

How could Cincinnati let him go. I'll never understand it!❤ Love you forever in Cincinnati Joey!

@mikeyvance3230 4 ай бұрын

Thank you Joey! The first player I got to witness the entire career of. Cincinnati will miss you!

@NormFoss 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Joey! Best of luck in Toronto, go get a World Series title.

@seanwebb605 4 ай бұрын

He's not breaking camp with the team. They are leaving him in Florida. He'll be lucky to make it to Buffalo.

@ProbablyTooTired 4 ай бұрын

absolutely wild this man isn't retiring a Red. - a Cubs fan

@p3hack 4 ай бұрын

gonna miss you bro😭

@Dulcimerist 4 ай бұрын

I've been a huge Votto fan since 2003, when I saw him play for the Billings Mustangs.

@lovetruth8549 4 ай бұрын

Votto Still Bangs

@CINCYEDITS 4 ай бұрын

WE LOVE YOU VOTTO! 19!

@thisguyincincy 4 ай бұрын

Votto is in a league of his own! Cincy loves you, joey!!!

@BrettShadow 4 ай бұрын

Damn... I'm not even a Reds fan and this got me feeling like he is leaving me! I'm not crying you're crying

@neutrongarbage 4 ай бұрын

"My very first home run I gave to my dog to eat, and it doesn't exist." WTF Joey lmao

@duanelawrence78 4 ай бұрын

Thanks Joey God bless you brother!!✌️🇺🇲

@burber40 4 ай бұрын

Ive loved that man forever :)

@daltonbolser5100 4 ай бұрын

i grew up watching joey, so sad to see him leave 😢😢

@SVT02888 4 ай бұрын

Favorite player growing up for sure. On base machine!

@PanagiotisAraujo11 4 ай бұрын

Great player,person and leader! I'm looking forward to watch,what he's gonna do this year with his hometown team and I hope,when he finish his career with the Blue Jays,to came back to Cinci and sign one day contract and retire as a Red.❤

@OH_MY_DOGGG 4 ай бұрын

Votto has the V record for most home runs just one more than Greg Vaughn.

@BallcardRipping 4 ай бұрын

Great video

@jaycottrell8260 4 ай бұрын

Great. Now I’m crying

@rgarrison1819 4 ай бұрын

Future National Baseball, and Reds Hall of Fame Member!!!!, it went by to Quick!!!!,Hope after his Playing Days are over, He will Play some important role in The Reds Organization, either in Coaching or Administratively!!!!

@tatethehammer 4 ай бұрын

he should have his number retired or should have a statue. he was my whole childhood and young adult life and into my 20s, truly honored to have called him a red. i love this man and I know my city does too

@andrewkosmotitanic9226 Ай бұрын

Will miss you joey

@leerollins7555 4 ай бұрын

it's not right to see him end his career out of a Cincinnati Reds uniform. I'll miss this guy.

@Blake_Sears 4 ай бұрын

This legit almost made me cry

@gothard5 4 ай бұрын

Thank you, Joey Votto.

@Orangefanta966 4 ай бұрын

Joey😢 I cried

@Joeycubs45 4 ай бұрын

Thank You VOTTO!⚾️

@ChrisBiersack513 4 ай бұрын

JDV ⚾️ 🐐

@naptown9672 4 ай бұрын

Just when the Reds look like they can compete. Why can't we keep him another year??. Oh, well. Best of luck in Toronto!

@gradyjones7017 4 ай бұрын

3:07 they won’t have to come from Toronto anymore

@sharimorey9265 4 ай бұрын

Votto will always bang.

@3WordsCollector 4 ай бұрын

Man I miss George Grande

@GambleOrBust 4 ай бұрын

Yes Joey, thank you for going to a different team.

@mountcomfort740 4 ай бұрын

Great Red I think he will make th hall.

@1cincinnatiredsfan460 4 ай бұрын

I was at the 350 game

@Overbuilt.Gaming 4 ай бұрын

Best play I ever saw was from 2022 I believe, could have been 2021. When he caught the ball in foul territory over the gorilla tarp, and threw the guy out at home who was tagging trying to score.

@AlanToy-lt9th 4 ай бұрын

😭😭😭😥😥😥😂😂😂🥺🥺🥺🥺😥😥 we will miss you

@IamTheReaper911 4 ай бұрын

😭😭

@alyaansheikh3763 4 ай бұрын

There should be Blue Jays vs Reds in Cincinnati this year where he can actually say his final goodbye.

@johnclevesjr6869 4 ай бұрын

unfortunately, Reds/Blue Jays is in Toronto in August!

@rosejune1995-r7t 4 ай бұрын

#Forever19

@angelo8424 4 ай бұрын

This is painful to watch. Before the news broke, one of the guys at FT- (Foul Territory) said that they were planning to interview Joey next week.

@cesarsalgadosalgado2199 4 ай бұрын

He gave everything to yall and this is how you pay him back by releasing him absolutely ridiculous and horrendous

@johnclevesjr6869 4 ай бұрын

This was strictly a baseball-business decision. No way in HELL were the Reds gonna pay 20 mill to a 40-year-old Joseph Daniel Votto. It saved the Reds 13 million(Reds paid a 7 million buyout to JDV, btw!), so that they could get players like Candelario, who's likely the 3rd baseman til Marte's suspension is over. Releasing JDV gave the Reds more flexibility, as his onerous contract essentially hamstrung the team from doing much of anything in free agency the last 4 or 5 years he was in Cincinnati. His contract was the main reason why he wasn't traded, as teams were reticent to give him the money specified in his contract, even though the majority of that money was deferred. His contract was as backloaded as Griffey Junior's was. Griffey Junior's getting about 3.5 million from the Reds per year now that he's retired, and JDV will get about 5 million per year from the Reds after he finally finishes his career. All that deferred money, in both Griffey Junior and JDV's contracts, is the reason why the Reds were able to afford to trade for Griffey Junior and give JDV that now-expired 10-year contract extension in 2012. Joey's presence, while it was great from a clubhouse and leadership perspective, was blocking the promotion of some of our promising youngsters in the minors to the majors with the Reds! Now that JDV's no longer here, more opportunities are available for the youngsters to be promoted to Cincinnati! Yes, it does ABSOLUTELY suck that JDV is no longer here, but it's ultimately gonna be good in the long run/term for the Reds! What I don't understand: why he wasn't formally named captain of the Reds, like Barry Larkin was about 20 years or so ago! There's your history lesson, in a nutshell!

@seanwebb605 4 ай бұрын

He sucked out quite a bit of cash from Ohio in the last five years where he played poorly.

@debbiereichard-smith7704 4 ай бұрын

“Is it a nipple thing?”

@idanold3421 4 ай бұрын

@billyb6922 4 ай бұрын

There's no crying in baseball

@user-yv3lf6dn1o 4 ай бұрын

Reds should have paid him right for 1 more year. But it's great he's from Canada 🍁 good for Joey I'm a fan. Not as much as Pete rose. But close

@northofnashira2575 4 ай бұрын

You should've posted this on the day you cut him and not when another team picked him up. This just shows Elly what kind of an organization you are and that he needs to get out of there as soon as possible.

@elbob17 4 ай бұрын

Ejected early from his final game as a Red and we got no send off. His return to Cincinnati for his HOF induction will be awesome but it seems like Reds fans got cheated a bit. That's baseball, I guess. I would've liked to have seen Votto go around the league and get his flowers as a Red.

@davidmcaninch4714 4 ай бұрын

What team is he joining now?

@jbbeats2042 4 ай бұрын

Best 1B of the 2010’s?.. goldy is right with em but maybe he is?

@sml2k186 4 ай бұрын

Time to retire number 19

@anthonymusto3537 4 ай бұрын

Why he still playing 😂

@burber40 4 ай бұрын

why did you get rid of Joey? :(

@burber40 4 ай бұрын

@calebhoekstra8134 hes ok still

@Sabo-Metrics 4 ай бұрын

Should have re-signed him

@jamesrobinson3349 4 ай бұрын

It's a bummer they treated the franchise player this way. Should've just signed him to a one year deal, like the Cardinals did Pujols. Bummer he can't retire in style. And it's the Reds loss because if this was Votto's last season, you better believe the Reds would've sold more tickets..

@thecrazydisneyparksfanatic921 4 ай бұрын

wait, he retiring? aww man

@bdandalbff 4 ай бұрын

He got a non roster invite from the Toronto Blue Jays.

@seanwebb605 4 ай бұрын

You paid him $7 million not to play for you. Even with declining his option and paying out that money you could have signed him to a contract at the MLB minimum and you didn't. Not even an invite to camp as a non roster player.

@WillieBolt 4 ай бұрын

he deserves his number to be retired

@johnclevesjr6869 4 ай бұрын

I'll second that motion!

@seanfaherty9131 4 ай бұрын

Oh it will be retired. No doubt.

@SanaKhan-bc2vo 4 ай бұрын

Cincinnati fans love him but not the Cincinnati reds organization, how can you let go someone who has been with your organization for such a long time, what a shame. Should have signed him and let him retire with dignity, honor and respect. I have more respect for the Blue Jays for signing him. Shame on you Cincinnati Reds organization.

@johnx6020 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for all the world series wins the Reds have since you have been with the team, and it only cost just under $300,000,000.00. Oh, wait just checked they mostly finished last or second to last in their Division.

@kyussandtheboys1790 4 ай бұрын

Sad, should retire a red.

@Holylightt99 4 ай бұрын

them not resigning him was the woirst thing they could have dont stupid move i doubt ill watch them anymore

@BaseballNerd442.0 4 ай бұрын

First

@seanwebb605 4 ай бұрын

That's what every girlfriend experienced with you. She barely even got started.

@hahahahhaudead 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for handicapping a small market team with your giant contract and not even producing a single playoff series win. One of the worst contracts the day he signed it.

@ohioman23 4 ай бұрын

This is baseball. You can't just have one good player and expect to win a playoff series. I can't think of any examples of a person carrying a baseball team by themselves in the modern day of the game.

@hahahahhaudead 4 ай бұрын

@@ohioman23 exactly why it was the dumbest contract in baseball. A small market team cannot throw that kind of money at one single player. Then that one player never produces at the same level and quite frankly sucked the last 5 years.

@Dulcimerist 4 ай бұрын

The Miguel Cabrera contract was similar. Teams seem to have learned not to do those types of contracts anymore.