Hurdle tips cap to Cards' Ankiel
Published 5/8/2008 by C.J. Moore at Major League Baseball News
Rick Ankiel's performance Tuesday brought more awe than frustration to Rockies manager Clint Hurdle. The Cardinals center fielder recorded two outfield assists in the Cardinals' 6-5 victory, and hit what turned out to be the game-winning home run in the eighth inning.
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