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Joey Votto Wants to Play 'At Least' 1 More MLB Season, Would Consider Leaving Reds

Veteran first baseman Joey Votto signaled his intention to return for an 18th MLB season in 2024 during an interview with the Dan Patrick Show on Friday.

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"I want to play again...at least one more year." -Joey Votto. <a href="https://twitter.com/dpshow?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@dpshow</a> <br><br>Votto added that he wants to play for the Reds, but he would consider playing elsewhere if they want to move on.

The Cincinnati Reds hold a $20 million club option. Should they decline it, he'll be owed $7 million.

Votto endured the worst season of his career in 2022 and was limited to 91 appearances before undergoing surgery for a rotator cuff injury.