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Marlon Anderson? Rey Ordonez? If by some strange fate you find yourself owning either of these players, do something now while their value is as high as it’s gonna get.

It looks like Cody McKay could beat out Widger to become Mike Matheny’s backup. If Anderson is out of a job, the Cardinals could keep Hector Luna on the roster, at least until Tony Womack is ready to play.

“I’m going to start him against (Roger) Clemens although I don’t think that’s a really good favor,” La Russa said. Anderson is 3-for-5 as a pinch-hitter so far.

Chicago is still the most likely destination. Between Tony Womack and Anderson, it appears the Cubs want speed and positional versatility from the player they acquire.

Anderson should continue to play through the weekend, but you may want to bench him next week.

Hart is considered stronger defensively, while Anderson offers speed and experience as a leadoff hitter, even though his numbers aren’t exceptional (.316 career OBP). Butler is comfortable at every infield position and might win a utility job. Anderson, a lefty, has an advantage over Hart since Jim Edmonds is the only other left-handed regular in the lineup. There are bound to be better options in NL-only leagues than going after the winner here.

Anderson has seen his playing time cut since Larry Walker came to St. Louis.

The Rays used Anderson as a utility player this spring, but this is the first time this season he’s played a position other than second. Antonio Perez is starting at second tonight. Anderson is filling in for the suspended Carl Crawford in left.

The homer was his second of the year. Anderson is a very weak option as a starting outfielder, but he’s been getting some time in right fielf with Jose Guillen out. He’ll head back to the bench when Guillen returns.

Anderson, scheduled to serve three games, could hear the results of his appeal on Tuesday. You might want to consider benching him for the week.