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Joey Votto Injury: Updates on Reds Star's Face and Return

Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto was forced to come out of Thursday's game against the St. Louis Cardinals with a facial laceration.

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Votto Hit in Face By Throw

Thursday, Sept. 29

According to the Cincinnati Enquirer's C. Trent Rosecrans, Votto appeared to get hit by a throw from Cardinals left fielder Tommy Pham that opened up a cut on his chin.

Votto has been one of the best hitters in baseball this season, overcoming a slow start to be among the league leaders in a variety of offensive categories.