Joe Maddon is often touted as one of the most intuitive and resourceful managers of our time. One of the hallmarks of Maddon’s style of managing, even going back to his early days with the Tampa Bay Rays, is his knack for moving guys around to play different positions. With versatile pieces like Ben Zobrist, Javier Baez, and Sean Rodriguez at his disposal, Maddon has never shied away from challenging his players in new defensive roles. Not even keystone players like Kris Bryant are safe from Maddon’s tinkering; Bryant played all positions in the outfield as well as first base in 2017.
Tinkering with 2018 Marlins Lineups
