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Votto Picks Kurtz as Next Elite Hitter | Oakland Athletics News
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- Jul 1, 2026
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Summary
Joey Votto, baseball legend and 17-year Reds icon, just retired but isn’t quiet—calling Nick Kurtz, the 23-year-old Athletics first baseman and 2023 AL Rookie of the Year, the next great hitter in baseball. With elite bat speed, patience, and the ability to crush both left- and right-handed pitching, Kurtz is already delivering: 19 homers, 64 RBIs, and 59 runs in his sophomore season. Votto’s glowing endorsement? Kurtz’s time in the spotlight is just beginning. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/b0de665a4b60f4b6