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October 27, 2007
BY STEVEN KRASNER
Journal Sports Writer
DENVER -- Colorado manager Clint Hurdle, while acknowledging that center fielder Willy Taveras isn't the only member of the Rockies who has struggled in the World Series, said that Cory Sullivan, his replacement in center, brings something extra to the lineup.
''He plays with an edge and he plays to win,'' said Hurdle of Sullivan, who has had only three at-bats (1-for-3) in the postseason after batting .286 with 2 homers and 14 RBI in 72 games during the regular season.
''His offensive game was rebuilt a little bit this year. He became a lot more disciplined hitter. He opened up the other field and had some gap power, and if he gets on base, he can sneak (steal) a base. I just wanted to mix it up a little bit and give him some playing time,'' said Hurdle.
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