Pujols Scratched
Fort Myers, FL – St. Louis Cardinals slugger Albert Pujols did not make the cross-state trip for Monday’s game against the Boston Red Sox because of discomfort in his lower back.
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The three-time National League MVP did not play Sunday against the Florida Marlins – a scheduled day off – and is not expected to play against the Minnesota Twins on Tuesday, a game also being played in Fort Myers.
Pujols first experienced discomfort in his back on Sunday. Joe Mather will take his place at first base against the Red Sox.
Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said he spoke to a trainer at the team’s spring training complex in Jupiter and that Pujols is feeling better.
Posted: 3/8/2010 11:19PM ET