The life of a Chicago Cubs fan is never easy. Some among us always find something to complain about; even in a year when they are the defending World Series Champions. The most brought up question is questioning Joe Maddon’s decision to bat Kyle Schwarber as the leadoff hitter.
In their defense, there likely are better options on the Cubs roster who fit the ideal mold of what a “true leadoff hitter” is. You have Ben Zobrist, Jason Heyward and even Albert Almora Jr. who might be seen as a better fit. But there is a method to the madness of Maddon’s decision, and frankly the reasoning is quite obvious.