Drafted in the 22nd round (665th overall) by the St. Louis Cardinals in 2013.
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Voit had a major league debut few could top in 2017. The St. Louis-area native and Missouri State product received a standing ovation at Busch Stadium when he entered as a pinch-hitter for his first big league at-bat on June 25. He was promptly hit by a pitch in the back and sustained a bruise, but beamed with a wide smile the entire length of his jog to first base. As the season went on, the 22nd-rounder in 2013 proved he was more than just a hometown novelty act. Voit remained on the Cardinals' roster the rest of the season, drawing starts at first base and contributing as a righthanded power bat off the bench. He is a big, strong Midwestern thumper with an aggressive approach that yields big power and considerable swing-and-miss. He pounds anything with velocity--fastballs, sinkers and sliders--but is prone to slower offerings like changeups and curveballs. Voit is a converted catcher limited to first base, where he is above-average despite his size. Voit, who will be 27 in 2018, doesn't offer versatility, but he makes enough contact for his power to play at the big league level and can serve as a valuable righthanded bench bat.
Career Transactions
1B Luke Voit assigned to Syracuse Mets.
New York Mets signed free agent 1B Luke Voit to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training.
Syracuse Mets released 1B Luke Voit.
1B Luke Voit assigned to Syracuse Mets.
New York Mets signed free agent 1B Luke Voit to a minor league contract.
Milwaukee Brewers released 1B Luke Voit.
Milwaukee Brewers designated 1B Luke Voit for assignment.
Milwaukee Brewers sent 1B Luke Voit on a rehab assignment to Nashville Sounds.
Milwaukee Brewers sent 1B Luke Voit on a rehab assignment to Nashville Sounds.
Milwaukee Brewers sent 1B Luke Voit on a rehab assignment to Nashville Sounds.
Milwaukee Brewers sent 1B Luke Voit on a rehab assignment to Nashville Sounds.
Milwaukee Brewers placed 1B Luke Voit on the 10-day injured list. Neck strain.
1B Luke Voit, and changed number to 45.
Milwaukee Brewers signed free agent 1B Luke Voit.
Nashville Sounds released 1B Luke Voit.
Nashville Sounds activated 1B Luke Voit.
1B Luke Voit assigned to Nashville Sounds.
Milwaukee Brewers signed free agent 1B Luke Voit to a minor league contract and invited him to spring training.
1B Luke Voit roster status changed by Milwaukee Brewers.
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