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Backroads and Ballplayers #72 - Sain, Daniel, Benindendi

Is our guy Andrew Benintendi saving his career? It certainly looks like it. A walk-off single in the 10th inning last night. Link to a video that features that signature smile.

Happy Birthday Jelly Gardner - A hometown guy becomes a Negro League star.

Floyd “Jelly” Gardener was born in Russellville, Arkansas 1895

Link to Jelly Gardner Only in Arkansas

More from Backroads and Ballplayers: More stories, photos from road trips, and book ordering information. Link