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Blackmon open to moving out of leadoff spot

DENVER -- Charlie Blackmon set Major League records from the leadoff position last season and provides power and run production like no other hitter in that spot. But when asked by reporters Thursday, Blackmon said he would be willing to move if it would make the Rockies' lineup better.

"We have not discussed it yet, but I am sure it's a possibility," said Blackmon, who avoided salary arbitration with a one-year, $14 million contract for 2018 and is eligible for free agency at season's end. "It seems like it could be a good idea.

"I am comfortable leading off.