CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Terry Francona has six weeks to settle on a lineup for Opening Day. Then, he'll have two days to script a batting order for the Indians' second game.
The lineups for the Tribe's first two tilts could look vastly different. If David Price starts for the Red Sox on April 4 at Progressive Field, Francona might opt to trot out Rajai Davis and Collin Cowgill, a pair of outfielders who have fared better against southpaws during their careers. Against a right-hander, Cleveland's skipper might prefer to insert Lonnie Chisenhall onto his lineup card.
There are plenty of pieces to consider for this lineup puzzle.