I feel that there are two spots in the order that carry a little extra weight. Leadoff is one of them. It’s a mindset, a process. I don’t disagree at all with the logic, but I just question making that move in this moment.
But you also point out my largest complaint about Pham. He came through once very early, but the guy has killed more potential rallies of late by his inability to come through.
Why not bat Witt leadoff? Twice the Royals have lost recently with the leadoff player up.
The benefit to, "Witt can drive someone in," is outweighed by, "Witt didn't get to hit."
I feel that there are two spots in the order that carry a little extra weight. Leadoff is one of them. It’s a mindset, a process. I don’t disagree at all with the logic, but I just question making that move in this moment.
But you also point out my largest complaint about Pham. He came through once very early, but the guy has killed more potential rallies of late by his inability to come through.