Joey Votto underwent surgery to repair a torn rotator cuff in his left shoulder and damage to his bicep nearly five months ago, and there is still uncertainty whether he will be ready for the start of the 2023 season.
Votto, who joined 700-WLW’s “Hot Stove League” radio show Wednesday, posted videos on his Instagram taking swings in a batting cage, but his shoulder isn’t fully recovered.
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“It’s going to take time, I’m realizing now,” Votto said.