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Joey Votto Apologizes to Reds Fans for 'Justified' Ejection From Possible Final MLB Game

Joey Votto may have played the final game of his career on Sunday. Unfortunately, the Reds' veteran first baseman only made one plate appearance for the afternoon. 

Votto was ejected from Sunday's matchup between the Reds and Cardinals in the first inning shortly after striking out on a foul tip. He apparently took issue with the third pitch of the at-bat, which was called a strike by home plate umpire Shane Livensparger. 

The Athletic's C. Trent Rosecrans quickly pointed out that the pitch was far inside and out of the strike zone. It was also in the same location as the first pitch of the at-bat, which was called a ball.

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