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Erstad works daily on fielding prowess

 
Astros outfielder/first baseman Darin Erstad is not letting his Gold Glove reputation carry him now that he is no longer an everyday player. Erstad works hard on fielding balls at any of the four positions he could play on an given day. (link)

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