Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Ankle Fine, Albert Pujols In Lineup

Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols reported no ill effects a day after twisting his right ankle while sliding into second base and was back in the lineup for Tuesday night's game against the Cincinnati Reds.
Cardinals Official Site

When Albert Pujols reached for his right ankle after rumbling into second base during the first inning of Monday’s game, the season flashed before the St. Louis Cardinals’ eyes and the ballpark hushed. Hall of Fame baseball writer Rick Hummel brought up the silent stadium to manager Tony La Russa this afternoon only to get a knowing nod from the skipper.
Cardinal Beat

Albert Pujols credits his high-top cleats for avoiding injury following an awkward slide.
Springfield News-Leader

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