PT TOMORROW: NL Central—Making the case for Jason Heyward to lead off for CHC

Chicago Cubs

Key players like Anthony Rizzo (1B, CHC) and Kris Bryant (3B/OF, CHC) are showing signs of coming alive at the plate, yet despite their relatively slow start, the Cubs rank fifth in runs scored per game. That’s even more impressive when considering the total lack of offensive contribution the team has gotten from the leadoff spot, primarily manned by Albert Almora (OF, CHC), Daniel Descalso (INF, CHC), and Ben Zobrist (2B/OF, CHC) through 25 games. Combined, the trio has hit .248/.317/.266 atop the team’s order. While Descalso has fared the best of the trio, the team has a few intriguing—and potentially under the radar—options to put atop their lineup if they decide to shake things up.  

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