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- Updated: May 21, 2016
ST. LOUIS — Chris Herrmann apparently has been given a few nicknames since joining the D-backs this season: Herrm the Worm. The Herrminator. Herrmannation Station.
Whatever you want to call him, the D-backs have been fortunate to have the versatile catcher, who picked up another three RBIs on Friday night as the D-backs beat the Cardinals, 11-7, at Busch Stadium.
Herrmann was acquired in an offseason trade with the Twins, and after a tough start to the season, he has caught fire at the plate. He has hit safely in five straight games and driven in 13 runs in his last 11 games.
It’s quite a turnaround from his 1-for-20 start to the season; he credits hitting coaches Dave Magadan and Mark Grace for their efforts.
“They’ve been working with me every single day, just trying to tweak my swing and help me stay mentally positive and ready for the game and big situations,” Herrmann said.
In fact, Herrmann’s bat has become so valuable to the D-backs …
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