The Cincinnati Reds stretch of 9 games away from home is now complete. While the long ball paved the way for the weekend series win over the Padres, this team is clearly missing a true leadoff hitter who could set the table for the Reds big bats. José Peraza should be given the opportunity to hit at the top of the order.
Losing Billy Hamilton took some speed out of the lineup and created a dilemma as to who would hit leadoff for the Cincinnati Reds this season. Hamilton did not hit leadoff during the entirety of 2018 and this spot in the order remains a carousel in 2019 as well.