Joey Votto
1B - Toronto Blue Jays - NRI
2024 Outlook
Roster %
Eligibility
Joey Votto suffered an injured ankle after rolling his right ankle in the Blue Jays’ dugout Sunday.
Fantasy Impact
Votto was removed as a precaution. The veteran should be considered day-to-day as the injury does not appear serious.
Free agent first baseman Joey Votto has joined the Blue Jays as a non-roster invitee.
Fantasy Impact
Votto faces a tough battle to work his way onto the Blue Jays’ roster when they break camp. The team already has a few different options for left-handed bats in their lineup, so Votto could find himself in Triple-A or looking for another opportunity elsewhere.
Reds GM Nick Krall told season ticket holders that the team is not expected to re-sign Joey Votto.
Fantasy Impact
“We don’t plan to bring him back as of now,” Krall said. After 17 seasons in Cincinnati, it appears Votto will be playing with a new team this upcoming season.
Joey Votto reportedly has at least three teams showing interest in signing him.
Fantasy Impact
Votto is actually on the free-agent market for the first time in his career at age 40. Obviously, the six-time All-Star is at the tail end of a great career, but there are rumored to be at least three teams expressing interest in his services. One of those teams is believed to be the Blue Jays. Votto is far removed from being the elite hitter he once was, but he did hit 14 homers across 65 games in 2023.
The Blue Jays have reportedly shown interest in free agent Joey Votto.
Fantasy Impact
Blue Jays GM Ross Atkins praised Votto for his hitting ability & character. There are reportedly some industry observers who view Votto as a fit for Toronto. It is also worth noting that Votto is from Toronto.