Within Moments of New York Dig, Cincinnati Reds Legend Names His Top 5 Yankees Ever

Numerous MLB legends have suited up for the New York Yankees over the years. There are many discussions regarding which of these icons were the best in pinstripes. Cincinnati Reds legend Joey Votto joined the debate while naming his 5 favorite Yankees ever. This happened within moments of a shocking monologue by the 17-year veteran.?

Votto has been enjoying the Reds? current form as they fight it out for a playoff berth. Despite his age, the veteran has also contributed to a certain extent after returning from a season-ending injury.?

Cincinnati Reds Veteran Joey Votto Names His Yankees Top 5

During a recent interview with Chris Russo on MLB Network?s ?High Heat?, Joey Votto did not hold back. Within moments of taking a serious dig at New York, the Reds veteran named his top 5 Yankees ever. Votto displayed a lot of energy throughout the interview while answering a variety of questions. During the time, he discussed the Reds? playoff contention and the young guys coming into the team. MLB Network shared a video of the interaction on Twitter.?

In the video, Votto said, ?Top 5 Yankees, Top 5 Yankees, Top 5 Yankees, Aaron Judge, Derek Jeter, Bernie Williams, Babe Ruth and ?Paulie? Paul O?Neill?. Russo disagreed with Votto missing Lou Gehrig on his list. This caused another energetic response from the Reds legend who said Gehrig is not a top-5 Yankee.?

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Although there may be a few names that Bronx Bombers fans would like to move around, Votto shared a solid 5. Furthermore, speaking as a 17-year veteran, he has a better idea of what these players have achieved. Votto himself has come a long way this season after his career appeared to be over last year.?

Joey Votto Made a Triumphant Return

Earlier this season, Joey Votto returned to the Cincinnati Reds after spending 9 months recovering. He underwent surgery to repair a previously torn rotator cuff. It was a torturous return as he spent months on the sideline, with some writing him off. But he made a triumphant return and has had some success this year. With 8 home runs his power hitting seems to be slowly returning, but he has struggled to make contact at times. Furthermore, his future is in question as he may retire following the 2023 season. But for now, Votto will enjoy playing baseball again.?

Reds veteran Joey Votto has picked his top 5 Yankees of all time. What do you think about the 5 players that he has selected on the honored list?

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