Joey Votto
Definition
A Canadian-born professional baseball first baseman, widely regarded for his exceptional eye at the plate, high on-base percentage, and a distinctive, quirky personality that endeared him to fans during his 17-year tenure with the Cincinnati Reds.
A metaphorical standard for patient, selective discipline in hitting, characterized by waiting for 'the perfect pitch' rather than swinging at anything indiscriminately.
Examples
If our relationship had half the patience Joey Votto showed during a full count, we might actually be able to agree on what to have for dinner.
He spent seventeen years avoiding bad pitches with the same dedication most people reserve for avoiding their student loan repayments.
Retirement for Joey Votto is likely just a strategic walk-up to a different plate, probably involving a podcast mic and significantly fewer fastballs aimed at his ribs.