Bader hits his way into leadoff spot as Carpenter, Wong catch a getaway break
(WorldNews Sport)

ARLINGTON, TEXAS - Once Cardinals manager Mike Shildt committed to getting Jedd Gyorko into the lineup for Sunday`s game against the Rangers and their lefty Drew Smyly, the question became who would hit leadoff in Matt Carpenter`s place. Yairo Munoz had before and done well with a couple of hits. Dexter Fowler has been moving in that direction with his on-base percentage, and has at least been discussed as an alternative to Carpenter atop the order. Shildt made a different call, convinced by the weekend. Harrison Bader hit his way into the leadoff spot for the series finale. The Cardinals` No. 9 hitter in the first two interleague games against Texas at Globe Life Park,...