PLAYING TIME: Votto's return scrambles CIN lineup
Sep 7 2012
NATIONAL LEAGUE
Votto's return scrambles CIN lineup
Joey Votto's (1B, CIN) return to the lineup after missing seven weeks with a torn meniscus has triggered multiple CIN lineup changes. Brandon Phillips (2B, CIN) has shifted to leadoff after batting third during Votto's absence. The move virtually ensures Phillips' balance-of-season RBI opportunities will be limited, though the move likely boosts both his runs total and BA value slightly.
Scott Rolen (3B, CIN) is currently day-to-day with back soreness, but rookie replacement Todd Frazier (3B/1B, CIN) could see reduced PT upon Rolen's return. Though Frazier's production, including .289 BA, .877 OPS, 18 HR and 6.42 RC/G, backed by 158 PX and 73 BPV, lobbies for a continued heavy...
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