After Jeff McNeil went down with a hamstring injury, the New York Mets needed a player to emerge and take over the leadoff spot in their lineup. Shortstop Amed Rosario has excelled as the leadoff hitter during the three games since McNeil was placed on the IL.
Even though Rosario’s time as the leadoff hitter won’t last long, he has also shown to be capable of remaining as a productive hitter at the top of the lineup until McNeil returns. That productivity all begins with his offensive outburst since the All-Star break.