Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto. Kareem Elgazzar/The Enquirer / USA TODAY NETWORK

Reds' Joey Votto sets record for MLB games played by a Canadian

By Mike Santa Barbara | Last updated 8/14/22

A former MVP and six-time All-Star, Cincinnati Reds' first baseman Joey Votto has a host of accomplishments over his 16-year MLB career.

Votto can now add another feat to his already robust resume.

On Sunday, Votto played in his 1,989 major league game, passing Hall of Famer Larry Walker for the most games played by a Canadian-born player.

.@JoeyVotto has now played in the most games by a Canadian-born player. pic.twitter.com/pwan22xFlG
— Cincinnati Reds (@Reds) August 14, 2022

Among Canadian-born players, Votto now ranks first all-time in games played, walks (1,338), and All-Star game selections. Votto remains second behind Walker in hits (2,093), doubles (453), home runs (342), and RBI (1,106).

"To break Larry Walker's all-time games record is a testament to Joey Votto's determination, resiliency and enduring skills," Jeremy Diamond, chair of the Canadian Baseball Hall of Fame's board of directors, said in a statement. "Best of all, Joey has carried himself with dignity and class throughout his career and he continues to be a role model and inspiration for players in Canada."

The 38-year-old went 0-for-5 on Sunday and has struggled throughout the year. Votto is batting .210/.326/.379 with 11 home runs and 41 RBI in 89 games for the Reds.

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