After the Washington Nationals acquired Adam Eaton from the Chicago White Sox in early December, many people thought that he would end up batting at or near the top of the lineup.
While playing in Chicago last season, Eaton primarily hit leadoff or in the two hole. He led off in 119 games and batted second in 30 games. Eaton is a great table setter and is made for the top of the lineup. Last season, he hit .276 while leading off, and .314 while in the two hole.
Eaton hit for a better average in the two hole last season, but Dusty Baker will likely be reluctant to bat him in front of lefties, Daniel Murphy and Bryce Harper.