Gary Bennet, backup catcher of the St. Louis Cardinals and veteran of over 8 years in the majors, has been with the team since opening day, but playing little, and for good reason--his offense was pitiful! Through Aug. 16, in 40 games he had 22 hits in 118 AB's for a sub-Mendoza line .186 average. Even worse, he had all of 5 doubles (the last one June 20), 0 triples and 0 homers for a .229 slugging average, lower than that of dozens of starting pitchers! He had scored 9 runs and driven in 13 in 4 and a half months.
Then something clicked. Now, in his last five games (before tonight) he is 10 for 16 with three home runs and 5 RBI's! His average is up to .239, his slugging pct. now .343! He went from a guy I would imagine on the verge of being released to a guy playing most every day and the most dangerous hitter on the planet! Go figure! I just know if you're a Cardinal fan like me, you pray the hot streak lasts through October!
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Gary Bennett is currently my favorite player. The Cubs had our number before this latest series. Not only was this series a big one because we were playing our arch rivals, but also because the Reds had closed in on us and now the Cards have opened up a little space again.
Yes, I'm a die-hard true blue (or should that be true-red?)Cards fan.
I have been a Cards fan 3 1/2 years longer than the blogger. (I am his older brother)
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