Brian Barton thinks outside of the batters' box. One of the game's most cerebral players, Barton has a passion for knowledge and culture that stretches far beyond the clubhouse in Busch Stadium. A 26-year-old native of Los Angeles who studied aerospace engineering at the University of Miami, Barton was acquired by the Cardinals prior to last season in the Rule 5 draft. Originally signed as a non-drafted free agent by the Indians in 2004, the right-handed-hitting outfielder appeared in 82 games for the Cardinals, hitting .268/.354/.392 with a pair of home runs. Barton talked about his never-ending quest for knowledge, and his love of travel, after a spring training game in Lakeland, and before his recent demotion to the minor leagues.
Baseball Prospectus
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