Joey Votto's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A success timeline featuring the most significant achievements of Joey Votto.

Joey Votto, a Canadian-American former professional baseball first baseman, played his entire 17-year MLB career (2007-2023) with the Cincinnati Reds. He achieved the milestone of 2,000 hits, 300 home runs, and 1,000 RBI, a feat only accomplished by one other Canadian player. A six-time All-Star, he won the NL MVP and Hank Aaron Award in 2010. Votto is celebrated for his exceptional plate discipline, leading active players in career walks and ranking high in on-base percentage and OPS at the time of his retirement. He is one of two Reds in franchise history with at least 300 home runs, 1,000 RBI, and 2,000 hits.

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Full Timeline Early Life & Education Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1932: Paul Waner's Feat

In 1932, Paul Waner hit 10 doubles in a five-game span, a feat matched by Joey Votto in 2009.

1948: Ted Williams Record

Late in the year, Votto had a streak of consecutive games reaching base multiple times, which spanned 20 games and was the second longest in major league history behind Ted Williams' 1948 record of 21.

1956: Frank Robinson's RBI Record

In 1956, Frank Robinson set a Cincinnati Reds' rookie record with 83 RBIs, a record that Joey Votto later broke.

1978: Tied Reds Record

On October 2, 2015, Joey Votto tied a Reds record set by Pete Rose in 1978 when he got on base for his 48th straight game.

1985: Dave Parker's RBI Record

In 1985, Dave Parker had 100+ RBIs, a feat that Joey Votto would later repeat.

1986: Dave Parker's RBI Record

In 1986, Dave Parker also had 100+ RBIs, marking back-to-back seasons with that achievement.

1995: Barry Larkin's MVP Award

In 1995, Barry Larkin was the last Cincinnati Reds player to win the MVP award before Joey Votto in 2010.

2003: Pioneer League Championship

In 2003, Joey Votto won the Pioneer League championship with the Billings Mustangs, a memorable stop in his minor league career.

2004: Ichiro Suzuki achievement

Joey Votto became the first player in MLB since Ichiro Suzuki in 2004 to hit .400 after the All-Star break.

2006: Southern League MVP

In 2006, Joey Votto had a standout season with the Chattanooga Lookouts, earning the Southern League Most Valuable Player Award.

2008: Runner-up for Rookie of the Year

In 2008, Joey Votto finished second in National League Rookie of the Year voting, after a remarkable season.

2008: League Leader in Assists

In 2008, Votto led all first basemen in the league with 136 assists.

2009: Player of the Week

In 2009, Joey Votto was named the NL Player of the Week for September 21–27.

2010: Led National League in On-Base Percentage

From 2010 to 2013, Joey Votto led the National League in on-base percentage.

2010: Most Valuable Player Award Season

In 2010, Joey Votto had his Most Valuable Player award season.

2010: NL MVP Award

In 2010, Joey Votto won the National League (NL) Most Valuable Player Award and Hank Aaron Award, solidifying his place as one of baseball's top players.

2011: 100th Career Home Run

In 2011, Joey Votto hit his 100th career home run against Brian Matusz of the Baltimore Orioles.

2011: League Leader in Bases on Balls

In 2011, Joey Votto led the National League in bases on balls with 110.

2011: Won Gold Glove Award

In 2011, Joey Votto won his first Gold Glove Award.

2011: League Leader in Assists and Putouts

In 2011, Votto repeated as league leader in assists, and also led National League first basemen in putouts with 1,341 and he was third in fielding percentage (.996).

2012: All-Star Selection

In 2012, Joey Votto was selected as a National League team starter in the MLB All-Star Game.

2012: League Leader in Assists

In 2012, Votto repeated as league leader in assists for first basemen.

2013: Led National League in On-Base Percentage

From 2010 to 2013, Joey Votto led the National League in on-base percentage.

2015: Led MLB in Walks

In 2015, Joey Votto led MLB with 143 walks.

2016: Led National League in On-Base Percentage

From 2016 to 2018, Joey Votto led the National League in on-base percentage.

2018: Led National League in On-Base Percentage

From 2016 to 2018, Joey Votto led the National League in on-base percentage.

July 2021: Named NL Player of the Month

Joey Votto was named NL Player of the Month for July 2021.

August 14, 2022: Most games played by a Canadian-born player

On August 14, 2022, Joey Votto played in his 1,989th career game, passing Larry Walker for the most major league games played by a Canadian-born player.