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Albert Pujols has memorable last series at Wrigley
Since the start of the second half. Albert Pujols’ at-bats have become must-watch television.
On Monday, Pujols was in the lineup and playing first base, making some Gold Glove-caliber moves and snagging throws from his crafty teammates. He was 2-for-4 with one run, which came from a pretty spectacular homer to left-center field.
Take a look at the blast here:
Another one! pic.twitter.com/LWFbBWL8Sp
— St. Louis Cardinals (@Cardinals) August 23, 2022
This was home run number 693 in Pujols’ legendary career and the 14th of this fantastic season. The homer traveled 373 feet at 99.7 mph.
He was 1-for-4 on Tuesday afternoon as the Cardinals designated hitter.
On Tuesday evening, he was a pinch hitter in the ninth inning. He was hit by a pitch from Franmil Reyes, pulling duties as designated hitter turned pitcher.