What are the Angels' options/plans for the leadoff position next year?
-- Rick S., Chino Hills, Calif.
The Angels' three primary leadoff hitters in 2017 -- Yunel Escobar, Cameron Maybin and Brandon Phillips -- are not under contract for next season, so Los Angeles will have a hole to fill at the top of its lineup. I think Kole Calhoun and Andrelton Simmons are the best leadoff options among the club's returning hitters, as both have experience in that role, though it's possible that the Angels will make an external addition this offseason to fit the bill.