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<h2>Early Life and Family Background</h2>
<p>Joseph “Joey” Votto was born on September 10, 1983, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. He spent his childhood in the suburb of Etobicoke. His mother, Wendy Votto, worked as a restaurant manager, and his father, also named Joseph Votto, was a chef and an avid baseball fan. Votto’s father passed away at the age of 52. As a child, Joey was deeply influenced by baseball and had a poster of legendary <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Williams">hitter</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ted_Williams">Ted Williams</a> on his bedroom wall.</p>
<p>Joey attended Richview Collegiate Institute beginning in 1997, where he not only played baseball but was also active in basketball and hockey. After high school, he signed a National Letter of Intent to play college baseball for the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers. He has three siblings: one brother named Tyler, and twin brothers named Ryan and Paul.</p>

<h2>Professional Baseball Career</h2>
<p>Votto began making a name for himself in the Cincinnati Reds' organization during his third professional season in 2004, hitting 14 home runs and 26 doubles. Although he struggled during the 2005 season, he rebounded strongly in 2006 and was selected to play for the World Team in the All-Star Futures Game. In 2007, he played for the Louisville Bats, the Reds’ Triple-A affiliate.</p>
<p>Joey Votto made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut on September 4, 2007, with the Cincinnati Reds. He delivered a promising performance by hitting 12 runs and four home runs that season. He made his first start at first base on September 14, 2007, against the Milwaukee Brewers. In 2008, he began as a backup to <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scott_Hatteberg">Scott Hatteberg</a> but quickly secured the role as the Reds’ primary first baseman by April. A highlight from that year was his three-home-run game on May 7, 2008, against the Chicago Cubs. He set a Reds rookie record with 84 RBIs in his debut season.</p>
<p>Votto represented Team Canada in the 2009 World Baseball Classic and had an impressive showing, going four-for-five, including one home run, during a game against the United States. He was named National League Player of the Week for September 21–27, 2009.</p>
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<h2>Achievements and Playing Style</h2>
<p>Known as a clutch hitter, Votto is widely respected for his exceptional patience at the plate and advanced hitting approach. In 2010, he had a breakout season, winning the National League Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award. That same year, he was honored with the Lou Marsh Trophy as Canada’s Athlete of the Year.</p>
<p>Throughout his career, Votto has received numerous accolades, including being selected as an MLB All-Star five times and winning the Tip O'Neill Award five times, which is given annually to Canada’s top baseball player. Despite suffering quadriceps injuries in May and July of 2014, Votto continued to maintain high performance standards and remained a key player for the Reds.</p>

<h2>Personal Life and Net Worth</h2>
<p>Joey Votto stands at 1.91 meters tall and is recognized for his athletic build, which at one point drew attention for noticeable weight loss during a season. He has been in a long-term relationship with Jeanne Paulus for over five years, and it is widely speculated that the couple may marry in the future.</p>
<p>Off the field, Votto is known for his philanthropic efforts and popularity among fans. He has a strong following on social media and owns an adopted dog named “<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Maris">Maris</a>,” named after former MLB <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Maris">player</a> <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Roger_Maris">Roger Maris</a>. With a successful career in Major League Baseball, Votto has amassed an estimated net worth of $110 million and continues to be one of Canada's most prominent professional athletes.</p>

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