Gyorko’s preparation, versatility no secret

ST. LOUIS — Jedd Gyorko arrived in St. Louis not sure of where he would fit. The Cardinals had a shortstop and a second baseman already. After ending the 2015 season as the Padres’ starting shortstop, Gyorko might have to come off the bench for the Cardinals. But following a series of injuries and lineup changes, he has created an identity for himself with the versatility he provides.

Gyorko showed how valuable he can be during Saturday’s 6-2 win over the D-backs, turning in a 2-for-4 afternoon with a home run and three RBIs. He batted out of the eighth spot in the lineup.

“You’ve just got to make sure you’re prepared for every opportunity,” Gyorko said. “You can watch as the game goes on, but you’re never really sure when that opportunity is going to come up. You just have to prepare yourself like you’re going to play every single day, and when the situations come, make sure …

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