Not every baseball player is an All-Star. Furthermore, when you look at superstardom, the number becomes even lower. But the ultimate achievement for MLB players is to make it into the Hall of Fame. In a recent rant, a Cincinnati Reds veteran hit out at New York. This took place while he was criticizing a top commentator?s statement about his career.?

Playing for a top market team and winning championships does not define an MLB player?s career. If they did, most MLB stars would be failures. Just making the League is an achievement on its own. This Reds star made these facts clearer during his epic monologue.?

Cincinnati Reds legend Joey Votto hits back at Chris Russo

Earlier this year, top sports commentator Chris ?Mad Dog? Russo made light of Joey Votto?s MLB career. He said that when the Reds legend retires, he will only make it to the ?Hall of Very Good?.

This was a mockful comment slighting Votto’s achievements while questioning his chances of making Cooperstown. But in an epic recent monologue on MLB Network?s ?High Heat?, he hit back at Russo while also insulting New York. MLB Network shared a video of the statement on Twitter.?

In the video, Votto said, ?A couple of months ago, you said that Zack Greinke and I are ‘Hall of Very Good’ ballplayers. I think Zack and I would agree. You may be right, but I get the gist of what’s going on here. I know what you’re doing. You’re looking down on us. A couple small-market, Midwest ball players just because we’re not big city just like you. Mr. New York City, Sirius XM Radio star, Mr. national television, ESPN star, with your Fifth Avenue ties, and your crisp pocket squares, your tailored suits, and your polished shoes.”

“And your hair. Your perfectly coiffed, Broadway hair. Must be nice to sit atop that Madison Avenue ivory tower, looking down on us with those luscious locks. Not everyone can be the next Roger Peckinpaugh, Mad Dog! You should be ashamed of yourself! You’re a disgrace!??

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This was an epic reply from the veteran who has played his entire 17-year career in Cincinnati. Earlier this year, Votto stunned fans with an unforgettable comeback after a grueling 9-month recovery.

Joey Votto?s future is in the air

At 39 years old, Joey Votto made a comeback this year after suffering a season-ending injury in 2022. Many expected him to retire, but he made a strong return. Following this season, his future is in the air. The Reds hold a team option for 2024 that they may not pick up. It will be interesting to see if he comes back for another year.

But even if he does retire, the career Cincinnati man will finish as the 16th player in MLB history with 2000 hits and 350 home runs. So contrary to what Chris Russo believes, Votto may make it to Cooperstown.?

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With this latest outburst, Cincinnati Reds legend Joey Votto defended his career. What do you think of the way he hit back at what Russo said?