JUPITER, Fla. -- Right-handed pitcher Jonathan Broxton could be referred to as the grizzled veteran in the Cardinals' bullpen. Twelve years in the Major Leagues will attest to that. He's also a leader, and a key figure that the younger pitchers look up to.
The two-time All-Star threw an inning on Wednesday against the Mets at Roger Dean Stadium. Broxton allowed two hits and walked a batter, but coaxed a double play to stay out of trouble.
The 32-year-old still has a lot of baseball ahead of him, but even with a ton of experience under his belt, Broxton isn't completely comfortable with the role as the veteran leader.