Trying to use extended desktop

I typically use my 13" MBP with a 20" LG monitor in extended desktop mode. I would regularly plug in my computer when I got home to do work, and unplug it when i left the next morning. I hadn't used extended desktop for a few days, and the next time I plugged in the monitor, it came up with weird resolution with a different aspect ratio and an off center picture. The option for 1600 x 900 at 60Hz isn't listed in system preferences anymore. Do I have a hardware problem here?
Note: I did switch to a shorter VGA cable to reduce clutter on my desk before this problem occurred, but I can't get extended desktop to work properly with my old cable, so I don't think its a faulty cable.

OK open System Preferences/Displays and click the Colour Tab
Does a Profile appear in the left hand column that matches the name of your external monitor ?
If others appear try selecting one of them and then going back to the first
Uncheck "Show profiles for this display only' then try selecting some alternatives to see if this kicks it into action.
Also, try selecting the display profile then clicking 'Calibrate' and run through the adjustments and see if that brings it right.
If none of those work try /Utilities/Colorsync Utility and click Profile First Aid then Repair.

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