Lineups Outlook: Simpson taking over at leadoff
Apr 24 2026
While there have been some lineup changes in Atlanta, even after covering Drake Baldwin’s ascension into the second spot in our first installment this season, the lead goes to Chandler Simpson, hitting lead-off for the Rays. If he can stay atop the batting order against right-handed pitching, he may not be a two-trick pony anymore. Plus, can Ben Rice forge a semi-permanent lineup spot versus left-handed pitchers, and a Rockies outfielder in freefall?
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Chandler Simpson (TB)
On April 10, the speedster made his debut batting leadoff for the Rays, and has hit first in nine of his 11 games since. It has not been an onslaught of production; he’s scored five runs while producing 10 hits, including a triple, and...
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