Pujols’ return delayed at least 1 day
March 10, 2010
JUPITER, Fla. (AP)—Albert Pujols(notes) was expected to rejoin the St. LouisCardinals’ lineup on Wednesday, but his return has been pushed back at least onemore day.
Pujols was originally slated to play first base, then was moved todesignated hitter before becoming a late scratch against the WashingtonNationals because of a sore back. The three-time National League MVP has missedthe last three games as a precaution.
“He says he’s good to go, but if at any time during the workout he feels atwinge, we’ll get him out,” manager Tony La Russa said prior to battingpractice.
Pujols took his normal turn in batting practice before the decision was madeto pull him.
The Cardinals also scratched outfielder Matt Holliday(notes) from the lineup afterhe experienced soreness in his right rib cage following BP. A spokesman for theteam said Holliday is day-to-day.
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