Joey Votto Cincinnati Reds Game-Used & Signed Bats
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Joey Votto’s Game-Used Bats: A Testament to Excellence
An Icon of Modern Baseball
Joey Votto, a name synonymous with baseball excellence, stands as a probable future Hall of Famer. His illustrious career is adorned with accolades, including over 1,000 RBIs and 2,000 hits, six All-Star selections, the 2010 NL MVP award, the Hank Aaron Award, and a Gold Glove in 2011. These achievements underscore his status as one of the most formidable players of his generation.
The Louisville Slugger M9 Model M356 Bat
The first of two remarkable bats is the Louisville Slugger M9 model M356 Joey Votto Professional Model Bat. Measuring 34 inches and weighing 34.45 ounces, this bat is a testament to Votto’s prowess at the plate. It exhibits evidence of heavy use, with a 2” x 1.5” area on the back barrel devoid of black finish due to repeated contact. The bat bears numerous ball marks, stitch impressions, cleat marks, and a heavy coat of pine tar, all hallmarks of a bat that has seen significant action.
- Player Number: The number 19 is inscribed on the knob, stamped with “01/29/13 A 34.0/35.0”.
- Signature: Votto’s autograph graces the barrel in silver marker, inscribed “Joey Votto Game used 2013”, rated a 7 in our opinion.
- Authentication: The bat features two PSA/DNA stickers, one for the autograph and another for game-use.
This bat was presented to us as game-used and shows outstanding use, accompanied by an additional LOA from PSA/DNA for game use.
The Second Louisville Slugger M356 Bat
The second bat, also a Louisville Slugger M356 Joey Votto Professional Model Bat, measures 34 inches and weighs 31 ounces. It too bears the marks of heavy use, with a handle crack, ball marks, grain swelling, and a generous coat of pine tar. The number 19 is inscribed on the knob, stamped with “06/02/15 34.0/32.0”.
- Signature: Votto signed the barrel “Joey Votto Game used •15” in silver marker, rated a strong 7 in our opinion.
- Authentication: This bat includes a PSA DNA sticker for the autograph and an MLB hologram sticker for game use.
This bat was presented to us as game-used and in our opinion shows excellent use, further authenticated by an MLB hologram (HZ490506) and a PSA/DNA sticker for the autograph.
A Collector’s Dream
These bats are not merely pieces of wood; they are fragments of baseball history, representing the career of a player who has left an indelible mark on the sport. For collectors and enthusiasts, these bats offer a rare opportunity to own a piece of Joey Votto’s legacy. Explore our baseball memorabilia auctions to discover more exceptional items like these.
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