Joey Votto praises Yadier Molina and Cardinals following Hall of Fame induction

Former Cincinnati Reds first baseman Joey Votto acknowledged the recent induction of Yadier Molina into the St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame. Votto posted a message on social media referring to Molina as a class player and the Cardinals as a class franchise. The tribute follows a history of competition between the two, including a 2010 brawl involving Molina and former Reds player Brandon Phillips. In 2022, Votto also shared a public message expressing appreciation for the experience of competing against long-time Cardinals icons Molina and Albert Pujols. Separately, Votto recently discussed the potential of Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz, noting the young player has the tools to become one of the top players in baseball. Molina was inducted into the team's Hall of Fame alongside Pujols.

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