ST. LOUIS – Tucker Barnhart built a reputation as one of the best defensive catchers in the sport and his play in the ninth inning Thursday was just another story in his legend.
In an instant, he changed the entire complexion of the game and left his teammates in awe. There were runners on first and second with no outs. The Cincinnati Reds were clinging to a two-run lead and approaching dangerous territory.
Then Barnhart pounced on a bunt in front of the plate, started a double play and the Reds survived with a 4-2 victory against the St.