Lineups Outlook: Order impacts of Adell and Acuña Jr.
Sep 5 2025
Remaining focused on 2026, today’s post features two outfielders who are perceived differently, but who could have divergent seasons if their current batting order spots carry over. This will be the last column for this season, but I appreciate everyone who supports it and our terrific site. I hope to see you in November at First Pitch.
- Jo Adell has hit 4th in seven of his last 10 starts.
Last year’s UP prediction of Adell hitting 30 home runs with a .240 batting average was spot on. Through 132 games, he has launched 33 home runs with a .242/.302/.502 slash line. With some injuries across the roster and his recent production levels, he has moved into the heart of the lineup, hitting cleanup in seven games since...
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