Dodgers' Howie Kendrick: Extends hitting streak to 14 games with homer

Kendrick went 1-for-6 with a solo shot Friday against the Cardinals.

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Kendrick led off the sixth inning with his fifth home run of the season, tying the game 2-2. The blast also extended his hitting streak to 14 games, which began back on July 4. Through 17 games this month, Kendrick is hitting .383 (26-for-68) with nine walks and 12 runs.