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Western Region Names Mantel Best Batter: At the age of 27, Brandon Mantel might have some potential he hasn't realized yet -- if his success at the plate last week is any indication. The St. Louis right fielder put up some exceptional numbers the past seven days with a .571 batting average. For his efforts Mantel collected the Western Region Player of the Week Award.
He racked up 12 hits in 21 at-bats, 1 home run and 2 RBIs last week in 6 games.
For the season, Mantel is hitting at a .300 clip with 7 home runs, 32 RBIs and has scored 39 runs. He has 68 hits, 15 walks and a .357 on-base percentage.
He racked up 12 hits in 21 at-bats, 1 home run and 2 RBIs last week in 6 games.
For the season, Mantel is hitting at a .300 clip with 7 home runs, 32 RBIs and has scored 39 runs. He has 68 hits, 15 walks and a .357 on-base percentage.