Jason Heyward. Anthony Rizzo. Even Javier Baez has gotten some love for us as leadoff for the Chicago Cubs. Well, maybe not love. We suggested it; most people shot that idea down. So know we’ve gotten around to Albert Almora. Some may wonder if he will get the chance to play every day in center field, or if he’ll platoon. We think he’s got the upper hand in starting. But what about leading off?
One of the first things you think of with a leadoff guy is speed.