| 单词 | batting order |
| 例句 | Here they offer most of the heart of Beethoven’s batting order, the Symphonies Nos. The New Season: Tchaikovsky, Dress Codes, And 3-D Opera 2011-09-16T19:50:18Z Schwarber, Turner and Harper, the top three hitters in Philadelphia’s batting order, went 0 for 9 with four strikeouts. Pham, Gurriel homer, Diamondbacks power past Phillies 5-1 to force NLCS Game 7 2023-10-23T04:00:00Z Yet, the inability to hit has become an annual shock — especially with Freeman and Betts spearheading the batting order. Dynasty derailed: Inside the October issues keeping the Dodgers from another World Series 2023-10-22T04:00:00Z But the bottom of the Texas batting order barely gave the Camden Yards crowd time to feel hopeful. Bochy 1 victory from another LCS appearance after Rangers beat Orioles 11-8 to go up 2-0 in ALDS 2023-10-08T04:00:00Z Acuña has plenty of help behind him in the batting order. Braves face Phillies in NLDS looking for payback after shocking playoff loss a year ago 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z However, it’s possible both are limited to only one or two times through the batting order, leaving potentially two or three innings for the middle of the bullpen to yet again cover. Eighteen outs: Can the Dodgers' patchwork pitching staff sustain a deep playoff run? 2023-10-06T04:00:00Z Belt replaced Bichette in the second spot in the batting order. Bassitt reaches 200 innings and Blue Jays beat Yankees 6-0 for key win in AL wild card race 2023-09-29T04:00:00Z This was only the 10th time in a 108-match ODI career that Stokes has occupied the number four spot in the England batting order. 'Stokes tees off to put rest of world on notice' 2023-09-13T04:00:00Z The Diamondbacks needed one time through the batting order to get to Lambert, who allowed three runs in five innings against Atlanta his last start. Kelly strikes out 12 in 7 innings, Diamondbacks beat Rockies 4-2 2023-09-05T04:00:00Z He is still in the batting order every day, but the future of his arm — which accounts for nearly half his value — is shrouded in mystery and speculation. Why Shohei Ohtani joining the Mariners would make even more sense now 2023-08-28T04:00:00Z Pitchers are zipping through opposing lineups, helped by a new rule meant to boost participation that calls for everyone on the roster to be in the batting order. Pitchers winning the day at Little League World Series as runs are down 2023-08-21T04:00:00Z Little League World Series games use a continuous batting order, meaning every player on the roster must hit. Northeast Seattle rolls to opening win in Little League World Series 2023-08-17T04:00:00Z He was even dropped to eighth in the batting order. ‘Thank you, Philly.’ Trea Turner thanks Phillies fans for support on billboards throughout city 2023-08-08T04:00:00Z Moved up in the batting order, Casas homered and hit an RBI double to back Kutter Crawford, and Boston beat the Giants 3-2 on Friday night for its fifth straight win. Triston Casas homers, hits RBI double to lead Red Sox past Giants 3-2 for fifth straight win 2023-07-29T04:00:00Z Chicago manager Pedro Grifol said before the game he is sticking Anderson, the team’s struggling shortstop, in the No. 2 spot in the batting order. Olson, Morton power MLB-leading Braves to a 9-0 rout of White Sox 2023-07-15T04:00:00Z And they’ve relied on platoon production from a lineup that is rearranged almost every day, having yet to use any one batting order more than five times. Is the Dodgers' 'best baseball' indeed still ahead? Five key questions for the second half 2023-07-14T04:00:00Z Franco was second in the batting order for Saturday’s game against the Kanas City Royals. Rays shortstop Wander Franco back in lineup after 2-day benching 2023-06-24T04:00:00Z Healy is expected to drop down the batting order, with teenage left-hander Phoebe Litchfield in line for her Test debut as an opener. England and Australia prepare to step into unknown 2023-06-21T04:00:00Z Would the Angels dare to move him down in the batting order? Letters to Sports: Lakers can learn from the Nuggets' NBA title run 2023-06-17T04:00:00Z From there, the batting order turned over, and the Dodgers’ big bats came through. Dodgers beat big league-best Rays with timely offense and clutch relief pitching 2023-05-27T04:00:00Z The Dodgers planned on him being a platoon weapon, counting on him to counter left-handed pitching and provide pop further down the batting order. With Trayce Thompson mired in historic slump, how much leash can Dodgers give him? 2023-05-22T04:00:00Z But it’s sufficient enough that Nevin has moved him from last in the batting order to first and back again, seeing him as a nice way to transition back to the top. Zach Neto's parents still shocked by their son's big league rise: 'Is this real?' 2023-05-08T04:00:00Z He put Smith second in his batting order — where he wants his best hitter — for five straight games. The Nats need more from Dominic Smith. He’ll look for it in New York. 2023-04-24T04:00:00Z Kremer responded by striking out the top three hitters in the Nationals’ batting order. Kremer sharp for Orioles in win over Nationals 2023-04-18T04:00:00Z He’ll stick with a fluid batting order that gives the Mariners the best possible matchups against the opposing starting pitcher each day. Scott Servais remains patient amid Mariners’ sluggish offensive start 2023-04-04T04:00:00Z All nine of the Mariners starters in the batting order registered at least one hit with five players notching multi-hit games. Mariners batter former prospect and Reds for 17 runs 2023-03-23T04:00:00Z The switch-hitting component provides more flexibility in the batting order for Servais. What the Mariners roster would look like if the season started today 2023-03-21T04:00:00Z He was back in the starting lineup at the top of the batting order Saturday night against the Cleveland Guardians at Goodyear Ballpark. Earlier than expected, Julio Rodriguez back in spring-training camp with Mariners 2023-03-18T04:00:00Z But I don’t think he’s ruled out dropping Rodriguez to the No. 2 spot in the batting order. Larry Stone’s annual Mariners spring training observations 2023-03-07T05:00:00Z The Phillies were strikeout- and home run-heavy in the lineup and any one of them can bring contact to the batting order. Phillies try to show run to World Series was just a start 2022-11-07T05:00:00Z Analytics prove that many pitchers lose effectiveness the third time facing a batting order, much less a fourth. Perspective | The combined no-hitter isn’t a sign of baseball’s decay. It’s the opposite. 2022-11-03T04:00:00Z They were then in the perfect part of their batting order to start another big comeback. Schwarber’s 2 big swings went 756 feet, got Phillies nothing 2022-10-29T04:00:00Z A sharp fastball averaging 95 mph, a curve and a slider kept the Phillies off balance the first time through the batting order. Even with 5-0 lead, Verlander can’t get 1st World Series win 2022-10-28T04:00:00Z A .303 batting average in September and October and a move up to second in the batting order for his final nine games. As the Padres win now, CJ Abrams will try to help the Nationals win later 2022-10-22T04:00:00Z He has been attempting to retool the roster in recent years to make the batting order less right-handed and improve the defense. Judge, perhaps Boone, face uncertain futures with Yankees 2022-10-23T04:00:00Z England's batting order misfired in the chase, slipping to 97-5 against Afghanistan spin-heavy attack but the target was never likely to be defendable. England begin T20 World Cup with Afghanistan win 2022-10-22T04:00:00Z The key to their future will be finding an impact bat or two this offseason to lengthen their batting order — and not just because they were 7 for 60 on Saturday. As memorable season ends with tough ALDS loss, Mariners are left wanting more 2022-10-15T04:00:00Z Starters increasingly are blocked from facing the batting order for a third time. Complete games disappearing in baseball’s Analytics Age 2022-10-03T04:00:00Z He had 13 homers in July and dropped to nine in August, when injuries left him less protected in the batting order and pitchers walked him 25 times. Yankees star Judge hits 61st home run, ties Maris’ AL record 2022-09-28T04:00:00Z Any time Rodriguez is out of the lineup, his absence atop the batting order is glaring and there is missing level of energy that he brings to the field. Mariners’ Julio Rodriguez ‘cautious’ while dealing with lower back discomfort 2022-09-18T04:00:00Z Before Sunday, New York had started an unchanged batting order only on Aug. 12-13 at Boston. Yanks HR barrage in 10-4 win opens 5 1/2-game lead over Rays 2022-09-11T04:00:00Z Bellinger, who has struggled at the plate all season and has dropped to last in the batting order, drew three walks. Smith, Thompson homers power MLB-leading Dodgers past Padres 2022-09-04T04:00:00Z Ryan Mountcastle, dropped to seventh in the Baltimore batting order for the first time this season, had a sacrifice fly to score Urias. Quantrill, Guardians toss 1-hitter, beat Orioles 5-1 2022-08-30T04:00:00Z Rizzo, dropped to sixth in the batting order, hit a solo shot to right field to give the Yankees a 2-1 lead in the fourth. Judge hits 50th, Ohtani also goes deep as Angels edge Yanks 2022-08-29T04:00:00Z Roy has built a reputation at the top of England's batting order as an intimidating presence, often bullying bowlers and scoring at a high rate, but this summer has seen him also use up balls. 'Leave Roy alone' - Pietersen backs opener after another failure 2022-08-07T04:00:00Z The third baseman is hitting .443 in July and was moved up to the No. 3 spot in the batting order Thursday for the first time since his rookie season in 2020. Schwarber, Wheeler power Phillies to 8-7 win over Pirates 2022-07-28T04:00:00Z The batting order the Dodgers have used most often this season includes three players acquired in the draft, three acquired in minor league deals and three stars imported from elsewhere. Commentary: All-Star Game is jewel but World Series is real gem 2022-07-20T04:00:00Z And then every seven to 10 days we’ll make a detailed schedule for that week—the batting order, so to speak. Meet the Woman Who Makes the James Webb Space Telescope Work 2022-07-11T04:00:00Z Davis also scored three times and combined with McCann to give the Mets eight RBIs from the bottom two spots in their batting order. Mets maul Marlins 10-0 behind Davis, McCann and Williams 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z Both times, Cody Bellinger got the threat started from the No. 7 spot in the batting order. Dodgers sweep Rockies with walk-off win, push lead in NL West to six games 2022-07-07T04:00:00Z They may have offered a preview of how a thinned batting order could function after another deadline sell-off. Old friend Kyle Schwarber blasts the Phillies past the Nats in a laugher 2022-07-05T04:00:00Z Where Betts will be in the batting order is another question. With Mookie Betts' return near, Dodgers set off early fireworks to beat Padres again 2022-07-02T04:00:00Z For the first time this season, the Mets had the same batting order and defensive positions in consecutive games. Fortes solo HR with 2 outs in bottom of 9th, Miami tops Mets 2022-06-26T04:00:00Z The bottom six hitters in the Rays injury-depleted batting order had a combined .164 batting average and a total of 500 games of major league experience. Rays’ Ramirez delivers winning hit in 10th to beat Bucs 4-3 2022-06-24T04:00:00Z They made him the designated hitter and put him eighth in the batting order. As Dodgers battle injuries, Zach McKinstry makes a memorable return in win 2022-06-04T04:00:00Z Gallo was ninth in the batting order for the second straight day, the lowest he’s been in the batting order since 2017. Rays get 2 hits, both homers, top Yanks 4-2 for 4-game split 2022-05-29T04:00:00Z In his career with the Reds, he was slotted into the leadoff spot more than any other position in the batting order. Kyle Lewis ‘looked very comfortable’ in return to Mariners lineup 2022-05-25T04:00:00Z The Mariners hoped that he might return late in the season as a designated hitter and help an offense that was heavily reliant on the top of its batting order. Kyle Lewis returns to Mariners lineup as designated hitter 2022-05-24T04:00:00Z All-rounder Stokes has already confirmed that he will bat at number six and former captain Joe Root at four, meaning a reshuffle in the batting order. Anderson & Broad recalled by England for NZ Tests 2022-05-18T04:00:00Z Stokes has confirmed that he will bat at number six and former captain Joe Root at number four, meaning a shake-up in the batting order from the West Indies Tests. New England Test era needs patience - Anderson 2022-05-17T04:00:00Z Coupled with their powerful batting order, they appear poised to make a playoff run. Reid Detmers' no-hitter a case of killing them softly with off-speed pitches 2022-05-11T04:00:00Z Crawford was moved to the No. 3 spot in the batting order. Ty France caps a big night with a big homer that gives Mariners chance to sweep Royals 2022-04-23T04:00:00Z So as the bottom of the first inning began, Lane Thomas was in the on-deck circle, taking practice hacks and batting first Saturday afternoon, and César Hernández dropped to sixth in the batting order. Nats shake things up, but offense still looks rattled as Giants roll 2022-04-23T04:00:00Z Getting Fletcher off the injured list and into the leadoff spot would bump Ohtani down where he belongs in the batting order. Angels roundtable: Shohei Ohtani-led team can challenge Astros for AL West title 2022-04-21T04:00:00Z Granted, the Pirates’ lineup wasn’t their optimal one — they had four lefties in the batting order, and two of their best hitters, Ke’Bryan Hayes and Bryan Reynolds, got the day off. Patrick Corbin is better, but the Nationals are not in loss to Pirates 2022-04-17T04:00:00Z During a stretch in the seventh and eighth, the Orioles went a full time through the batting order — nine straight hitters — with only walks and strikeouts. Orioles edge Yankees 2-1 on bases-loaded walk in 11th 2022-04-15T04:00:00Z After retiring the first two batters of the second inning, Gilbert allowed back-to-back singles to Ryan Jeffers and Nick Gordon — the bottom two hitters in the batting order. Fueled by Julio Rodriguez’s first MLB hit, Mariners complete 9th-inning comeback to beat Twins 2022-04-09T04:00:00Z This was the fifth consecutive opening day start for Bellinger, each time in a new spot in the batting order. Commentary: Dodgers have high expectations for Cody Bellinger, but how much 'runway' is left? 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z And in a reminder of their batting order’s depth, Lux reached base three times from the No. 9 spot. Freddie Freeman, Dodgers display depth in 5-run inning, beat Rockies on opening day 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z Ahead of opening day, here is a breakdown of the team’s likely lineup with a look at the pros and cons of each regular in the batting order. Here's the Dodgers' likely opening day lineup. Is it the most formidable ever? 2022-04-08T04:00:00Z Roberts guaranteed a championship earlier this spring, a reflection largely of his confidence in the names he’ll write into the batting order every day. Guaranteed World Series winners? Dodgers still have plenty of questions to answer 2022-04-05T04:00:00Z The Dodgers are trusting that Taylor, Lux and whoever else plays in left can hold their own — and that the rest of their star-studded batting order can absorb the blow of Pollock’s departure. Five ways Craig Kimbrel trade bolsters Dodgers pitching, balances roster 2022-04-01T04:00:00Z With the DH adopted in both leagues, pitchers who start games in the batting order can remain in the game as a DH after leaving the mound. Two-way star Ohtani chosen as Angels’ opening day pitcher 2022-03-25T04:00:00Z JUPITER, Fla. — It’s common spring training practice to look at a lineup, squint a bit, then declare it maybe, possibly, potentially the batting order for Opening Day. Analysis | The Nationals want Juan Soto to bat second. Here’s why it just might work. 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z He’s trying to solidify a spot in the middle of Boston’s batting order and got off to a good start with two homers and seven RBIs in his first five Grapefruit League games. Yanks’ Torres, Angels’ Adell off to good spring starts 2022-03-24T04:00:00Z With the designated hitter adopted in both leagues, pitchers who start games in the batting order can remain in the game as a DH after leaving the mound. AP source: MLB, players agree to keep zombie runner for ’22 2022-03-22T04:00:00Z Seven of the nine Cardinals who started on Friday will likely be in their opening day batting order, making Verlander’s results even more impressive. Verlander sharp in 1st start since 2020, heater hits 96 mph 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z The five-time All-Star first baseman is expected to be an immediate staple at the heart of the Dodgers’ batting order and at first base as they seek their second championship in three seasons. Freddie Freeman reports to LA Dodgers spring training 2022-03-18T04:00:00Z A three-time All-Star first baseman, Rizzo was acquired by the Yankees from the Chicago Cubs on July 29 and added a left-handed bat to a heavily right-handed batting order in New York. AP source: 1B Rizzo agrees to $32M, 2-year deal with Yankees 2022-03-15T04:00:00Z The chanceless knock saw him overtake Alastair Cook in the list of most Test tons as England captain and will silence any debate around his return to number three in the batting order. Spirited England settle for draw 2022-03-12T05:00:00Z Ohtani accomplished his feats at the plate with an often terrible lineup protecting him in the batting order. One of a kind: Ohtani wins AP Male Athlete of Year award 2021-12-28T05:00:00Z He was dropped from third in the batting order to seventh for the last two games. Astros 3B Bregman has wrist surgery, OK for spring training 2021-11-08T05:00:00Z If there was any remaining doubt over Buttler's best place in the England batting order, this will surely have settled the argument. An innings so good even the Aussies applauded 2021-11-01T04:00:00Z That means Sunday night’s game at Truist Park might mark the final time a pitcher ever appears in a big league batting order. Swing, then miss it: MLB pitchers could bat for final time 2021-10-31T04:00:00Z Morton, a postseason stalwart who left Game 1 with a broken leg, argues that most modern pitchers simply have no place in the batting order. Batting Ninth for One More Weekend: The Pitcher 2021-10-29T04:00:00Z The magnitude of Max Muncy’s absence from the middle of the Dodgers’ batting order was vividly on display in the Dodgers’ 4-0 playoff loss to the Giants. Column: Feast-or-famine offense makes an ugly return in Dodgers' loss to Giants 2021-10-09T04:00:00Z David Fletcher fell to ninth in the batting order. Angels have been warned: Shohei Ohtani makes it clear he wants to win 2021-09-26T04:00:00Z It was Urías’ spot in the batting order that Pujols briefly took in the 10th inning, more than three hours after first pitch. Albert Pujols’ RBI single in 10th seals Dodgers' win over Rockies 2021-09-22T04:00:00Z So much so that Baker moved him from the pitcher’s customary ninth spot in the batting order to eighth in Game 4. Swing, then miss it: MLB pitchers could bat for final time 2021-10-31T04:00:00Z Dylan Moore started the game at third base while Abraham Toro moved into the No. 3 spot in the batting order. Mariners outfielder Jake Bauers finding his swing, smacks 460-foot homer 2021-09-19T04:00:00Z In reality, nothing is more important than managing a clubhouse in an era where star players bounce around the field and the batting order and fringe players come and go on a daily basis. Commentary: Dave Roberts, best manager ever? Numbers back up the notion 2021-09-15T04:00:00Z In the fourth Test, Bairstow moved down a place in the batting order to number six, while Ollie Pope made 81 in England's first innings batting at five. Buttler will play in fifth Test - Root 2021-09-08T04:00:00Z South Korea stacked its batting order with six left-handed hitters, likely taking notice of his minor league righty/lefty splits. Alvarez a summer-winter medalist, US reaches baseball final 2021-08-05T04:00:00Z Seattle broke through against Garcia the second time through the batting order. Dylan Moore’s grand slam gives Mariners improbable victory 2021-07-26T04:00:00Z Detroit made five changes to its batting order after the removal of Cameron, who was supposed to bat sixth against the Rangers. Tigers CF Cameron scratched after pregame crash into wall 2021-07-05T04:00:00Z New York started an all-right-handed batting order for the second time since 1992 — the first was in Saturday’s loss to Boston. Donaldson, Cruz homers off Chapman lift Twins over Yanks 7-5 2021-06-10T04:00:00Z But in a display of how anemic the Washington Nationals’ batting order was Sunday — and for much of the homestand — Scherzer’s start was cut short. Shutout, shutdown and swept: Nationals fall to Brewers 2021-05-30T04:00:00Z Those two, acquired this offseason, are major components of the Nationals’ batting order. Nationals seal sweep against Orioles, trusting Hudson and Hand again in relief 2021-05-23T04:00:00Z Jason Heyward went in to play right and took Rizzo’s spot in the batting order. Bote, Happ homer as Cubs beat Nationals 6-3 2021-05-18T04:00:00Z Jason Heyward went in to play right and took Rizzo’s spot in the batting order. Bote, Happ homer as Cubs beat Nationals 6-3 2021-05-18T04:00:00Z He will be asked to help bolster a lineup that is far too reliant on the first four spots in the batting order. A look at some of the Mariners’ top prospects before they made their anticipated debuts 2021-05-13T04:00:00Z The Mariners know their season-long reliance for run production from the top three spots in the batting order isn’t possibly sustainable. Mariners finally get production from lower part of batting order, down Angels to open homestand 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z He was moved down to fifth in the batting order after being the leadoff hitter in his previous 18 starts. Harper hit in face, leaves game as Phils beat Cardinals 5-3 2021-04-28T04:00:00Z Aaron Slegers then took over on the mound and in the batting order, though he didn’t get an at-bat. Ohtani wins for Angels in 2-way start like none since Ruth 2021-04-26T04:00:00Z And he also hit second in the batting order, launching a 115 mph home run in his first at-bat. Blister healed, Shohei Ohtani to start Tuesday for the Angels against Rangers 2021-04-18T04:00:00Z Trout, following Ohtani in the batting order, hit his fourth home run of the season, a two-run drive in the ninth. Ohtani’s 3 RBIs Trout’s HR leads Angels over Royals 10-3 2021-04-13T04:00:00Z But there must be more from the No. 5 through 8 spots in the batting order where most days a hitter with a sub .150 batting average and high strikeout rate is slotted. Mariners finally get production from lower part of batting order, down Angels to open homestand 2021-04-30T04:00:00Z Mike Trout, following Ohtani in the batting order, hit his fourth home run of the season, a two-run drive in the ninth. Ohtani’s 3 RBIs Trout’s HR leads Angels over Royals 10-3 2021-04-12T04:00:00Z New York’s first baseman while Luke Voit recovers from knee surgery, Bruce was moved up to No. 3 in the batting order in place of slumping center fielder Aaron Hicks, who got the night off. Cole 7 shutout innings, 13 Ks leads Yanks over Orioles 7-2 2021-04-06T04:00:00Z Ohtani reached another milestone in his unique career when he took the mound and occupied the No. 2 slot in the batting order for the Angels. Ohtani’s 2-way play, Walsh’s HRs lead Angels past ChiSox 7-4 2021-04-04T04:00:00Z In their projected batting order, switch-hitting center fielder Aaron Hicks is joined by eight right-handed hitters. AP source: Jay Bruce to make Yankees opening day roster 2021-03-27T04:00:00Z But not enough to get him out of the No. 9 spot in the batting order. Rookie Dalbec mashes his way into Red Sox lineup 2021-03-24T04:00:00Z If the Angels were to replicate that kind of schedule this year, Ohtani would be in the batting order only half the time at most, meaning closer to 300 plate appearances. Inventive ways to maximize Angels two-way star Shohei Ohtani's starts and swings 2021-03-23T04:00:00Z In the leadoff spot of the batting order, Ohtani singled on the second pitch of the game, hammering a line drive into left-center field to extend his spring hitting streak to nine games. Pitching and batting from the leadoff spot? Shohei Ohtani makes it look easy 2021-03-21T04:00:00Z SURPRISE, Ariz. — The Mariners didn’t quite offer a preview of their opening-day starting lineup and batting order for Saturday evening’s Cactus League matchup with the Texas Rangers. Mariners seem to have found their leadoff hitter: Mitch Haniger 2021-03-20T04:00:00Z And for fun, here’s a projected opening day batting order: Analysis: Mariners roster is taking shape, and the starting rotation seems set 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z Bullpen has been remade, and along with depth of the batting order, will be key in just how competitive Seattle is in 2021. American League West Preview Capsules 2021-03-18T04:00:00Z A roster devoid of rookies expected to play significant roles includes a batting order virtually unchanged from last year, when right fielder Aaron Judge and designated hitter Giancarlo Stanton were hurt again for major stretches. Yankees have right stuff - maybe too much right stuff 2021-03-17T04:00:00Z But manager David Bell said Votto will stay put in the middle of the Reds batting order. Reds’ Joey Votto wants to get back ‘to being dangerous’ 2021-02-22T05:00:00Z He’s also likely to lead off Toronto’s batting order. New Jays OF Springer sees echoes of Astros in Toronto’s core 2021-01-27T05:00:00Z Then in the fourth, with a runner on first, Aaron turned to Baker, who followed him in the batting order, and said he was going to get it over with. Hank Aaron has died, legendary ballplayer broke Babe Ruth's homerun record 2021-01-22T05:00:00Z Before the game England captain Eoin Morgan spoke about using this series to find roles and a batting order that players were happy with the World Cup in India just 11 months away. Bairstow guides England to win in opener 2020-11-27T05:00:00Z Tampa Bay faced a left-hander for the second game in a row, but Lowe was up from fifth to third in the batting order after hitting his third opposite-field homer in this Series. Bellinger back in CF for LA with roof closed for Game 5 2020-10-25T04:00:00Z The Tampa Bay Rays started four right-handed hitters at the top of their batting order and seven in all against Los Angeles Dodgers left-hander Julio Urías in World Series Game 4 on Saturday night. The Latest: Cool weather puts fall in Fall Classic in Texas 2020-10-24T04:00:00Z The Rays started four right-handed hitters at the top of their batting order. Rays stack lineup with righties against Urías in Game 4 2020-10-24T04:00:00Z Tampa Bay went with the same lineup and batting order as in its Game 2 win that tied the Series at one game apiece. Barnes back behind plate for Dodgers in World Series Game 3 2020-10-23T04:00:00Z Morton’s weakness during the regular season was tiring his third time through a batting order. Charlie Morton quietly becomes dominant postseason pitcher 2020-10-22T04:00:00Z He wrote that “the meat of the Dodgers batting order was vegetarian.” Commentary: Remembering 1988, a less complicated time when the Dodgers and Lakers both won titles 2020-10-19T04:00:00Z Atlanta used the same batting order for the third game in a row. NLCS Game 7 1st rookie starters matchup in a winner-take-all 2020-10-18T04:00:00Z Boone maintained he made the choice to prevent Tampa Bay from filling its batting order with right-handed hitters against Happ. Yanks’ Cashman, Boone don’t anticipate large-scale changes 2020-10-14T04:00:00Z Third baseman Austin Riley, who led off the four-run ninth inning in Game 1 with a homer, moved up from the No. 9 to seventh in the batting order. Pache in Braves lineup with Duval out, Pederson is DH for LA 2020-10-13T04:00:00Z The center fielder was acquired from Arizona for three players at the end of August, and the Marlins were delighted with the stability he brought to their batting order and defense. Big progress for Marlins, but they’re still chasing Braves 2020-10-09T04:00:00Z Often, those pitchers could cruise through most of the batting order, hitting spots, changing speeds — pitching, in other words — while knowing that “max effort” was not necessary. Perspective | Bob Gibson — dazzling, menacing and indefatigable — was the prototype for today’s aces 2020-10-03T04:00:00Z Seager’s prowess prompted the Dodgers to move him up to second in the batting order in mid-August. Dodgers overcome power outage and a Mookie Betts injury scare to beat Angels 2020-09-27T04:00:00Z He failed to record a strikeout on his first time through a team’s batting order for the first time in 103 starts. DeGrom exits with hamstring spasm, Mets rally past Phils 5-4 2020-09-16T04:00:00Z He failed to record a strikeout on his first time through a team’s batting order for the first time in 103 starts. DeGrom exits with hamstring spasm, Mets rally past Phils 5-4 2020-09-16T04:00:00Z Tampa Bay became the first major league team since at least 1900 to use a batting order with only left-handed batters, according to the Elias Sports Bureau. Rays start all left-handed lineup and beat Red Sox 11-1 2020-09-11T04:00:00Z Slowly, the ability to max out but still have enough stuff left to get through the batting order a fourth time disappeared. Perspective | Bob Gibson — dazzling, menacing and indefatigable — was the prototype for today’s aces 2020-10-03T04:00:00Z The innovative Rays became the first major league team since at least 1901 to start a batting order with all left-handed batters when they played Boston on Friday night. LEADING OFF: O’s rookie Kremer takes on Yanks, Wheeler out 2020-09-11T04:00:00Z But changing Trout’s position in the batting order seems as futile as moving furniture on a sinking ship. Examining Angels GM Billy Eppler's performance begins with evaluating pitching staff 2020-08-27T04:00:00Z Max Muncy will take Turner’s spot at third base, while left fielder Chris Taylor slots in third in the batting order. Dodgers lineup vs. Colorado Rockies: Will Smith returns for series finale 2020-08-23T04:00:00Z Even from the nine-spot in the batting order, he’s provided a key spark to baseball’s highest-scoring offense. Dodgers' Austin Barnes breaks out offensively, with some help from Mookie Betts 2020-08-19T04:00:00Z To ameliorate the pressure, the Dodgers dropped Bellinger to fifth in the batting order for the first time this season. Cody Bellinger homers twice and Clayton Kershaw shines in Dodgers' win over Angels 2020-08-15T04:00:00Z They can mix up the lineup and mix in their depth, having yet to field the same batting order in consecutive games. Dodgers offense continues to thrive late in games and against right-handed pitching 2020-08-18T04:00:00Z Taylor Ward also returned to the batting order after spending the majority of the last seven games on the bench. Angels lineup vs. Texas Rangers: Patrick Sandoval takes the mound, Jo Adell returns 2020-08-08T04:00:00Z Perhaps the chief beneficiary of Lewis’ brilliance has been third baseman Kyle Seager, who hits directly behind him in the batting order and drove him in from first with a double on Friday. Surprising Mariners are serving up hope for their socially distanced fans 2020-07-31T04:00:00Z The Texas Rangers used two designated hitters and a 10-man batting order for their final exhibition game against the Colorado Rockies. Nationals ready to take the field in defense of title 2020-07-22T04:00:00Z A runner, namely the person in the batting order who directly precedes the inning’s lead-off hitter, will be placed on second base at the start of every half-inning after the ninth. New MLB rules are designed to speed up and shorten games 2020-07-21T04:00:00Z The runner will be the player in the batting order — or a substitute for such player — immediately preceding that half-inning’s leadoff hitter. MLB rules changes are coming for 2020 season. Here’s your guide. 2020-07-20T04:00:00Z Anderson, Moncada, Jiménez and Abreu anchor a deep batting order, and Robert is a favorite for AL Rookie of the Year. AL Central Preview Capsules 2020-07-16T04:00:00Z The free agent acquisitions left them with an overloaded outfield, which can now be used to supplement the everyday batting order. Reds know all about interrupted seasons, ready for this one 2020-07-14T04:00:00Z Here is the all-time best 26-man lineup with a batting order, starting rotation and bullpen optimized for modern baseball. Analysis | The best 26-man roster in baseball history 2020-04-14T04:00:00Z Those American twosomes high in the batting order? A dramatic match-play duel, Sergio Garcia's long-awaited breakthrough and a wrenching goodbye to Arnie: The 2017 Masters Rewatch - Golf Digest 2020-04-08T04:00:00Z “When I saw his name in the batting order, I flashed back to seeing my name there for the first time,” Kapuscinski said. In a Crisis, Even a Gift From the N.C.A.A. Begets Turmoil 2020-04-05T04:00:00Z Consistency of positioning holds for Dickerson’s spot in the batting order as well. Miami’s Mattingly unconcerned about Corey Dickerson’s swing 2020-03-07T05:00:00Z The Nationals’ batting order used to generate itself. Watch the Nationals read fans’ mean tweets from when they were 19-31 last season 2020-03-04T05:00:00Z They envision his five tools shining atop the batting order and in right field at Dodger Stadium through October. How newcomer Mookie Betts instantly became a clubhouse leader for the Dodgers 2020-03-02T05:00:00Z He led the major leagues in walks before the injury, and Girardi thinks Philadelphia’s struggles really began last season without McCutchen’s presence at the top of the batting order and in the clubhouse. Girardi exploring ways to keep Phils healthy for long season 2020-02-11T05:00:00Z Betts will slot in atop the batting order to upgrade the already potent offense. Mookie Betts and David Price, after much delay, to join Dodgers in revised deal 2020-02-09T05:00:00Z They added more than a leadoff hitter in a batting order without one, and a right-handed power hitter in a lineup that needed one. Column: Dodgers are finally in it to win it 2020-02-05T05:00:00Z "What exactly is the vote going to be on? It all depends on the batting order." Trump’s impeachment trial witness vote teetering on ‘razor’s edge,’ keep eye on possible ‘devil’s bargain’ 2020-01-28T05:00:00Z So Roberts can change their place in the batting order every game and sit them every fourth game so they “can be rested for October”? Letters: Cheating has become the American (League) way 2020-01-17T05:00:00Z It led to Washington’s breakthrough in their third time through the batting order. Nationals win in emotional fashion to push World Series to Game 7 2019-10-29T04:00:00Z His E.R.A. for the last three innings of a game, the dreaded third and fourth time through the batting order, stood at 2.75. Astros Play the Long Game, and So Far It’s Working 2019-10-16T04:00:00Z But after three more batters, he will be facing the Astros for the third time in the batting order, when his effectiveness tends to go down. How the Yankees Won Game 1 of the A.L.C.S. 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z He was hitting seventh in the batting order. Nationals C Suzuki returns to lineup for Game 2 of NLCS 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z Foltynewicz’s exit was only an intermission in the St. Louis batting order’s outburst. Cardinals Crush Braves to Reach the N.L.C.S. 2019-10-09T04:00:00Z Yankees: With nearly his optimal lineup finally available after an onslaught of injuries, Boone used an identical batting order for three straight games for the second time this year, after Sept. 6-8. Torres leads Yankees to 5-1 win and sweep of Twins 2019-10-08T04:00:00Z They established pitchers for the sixth through ninth innings as well as a fireman, who appeared in the toughest jams or for the heart of the batting order. How Daniel Hudson became the Nationals’ most important reliever - The Washington Post 2019-09-19T04:00:00Z He threw only 68 pitches, but clearly the Yankees are sticking with the formula that says he tends to lose it the third time through the batting order. How the Yankees Won Game 1 of the A.L.C.S. 2019-10-12T04:00:00Z Mike Moustakas, replacing Christian Yelich in the batting order, homered twice and drove in five runs, leading Milwaukee over host Miami for its sixth straight win. MLB roundup: Orioles' Villar hits record-setting homer 2019-09-12T04:00:00Z Mike Moustakas celebrated his 31st birthday by returning to the lineup Wednesday and placed in Yelich’s third spot in the batting order. Brewers: No update yet on Yelich’s broken kneecap 2019-09-11T04:00:00Z This morning’s events recommend the suggestion of @collinsadam that teams get funky with their batting order. Ashes 2019: England v Australia first Test, day one – live updates! 2019-08-01T04:00:00Z Cora didn’t agree with the way the umpires handled Tampa Bay’s batting order after the unusual changes to the lineup, and the game was delayed quite a bit. Home run hat tricks for Cano, DeJong, Cruz and Betts 2019-07-28T04:00:00Z For one night, at least, they’ll have a good excuse if there’s no meat in the batting order. On the bright side, M’s might lead league in broken leases 2019-07-26T04:00:00Z With the Rangers starting four lefties in their first six spots in the batting order, Mariners manager Scott Servais felt using one of his untested right-handed relievers to open for one inning might be counterproductive. Texas scores quickly, often off Milone, beats Mariners 7-2 2019-07-23T04:00:00Z An 11-pitch fifth helped him get through the Mariners’ batting order twice on 81 pitches, a welcome milestone for the pitcher who spent nearly two months on the injured list nursing an upper-back strain. Angels maintain momentum against Mariners to give Matt Harvey first win since May 2019-07-14T04:00:00Z Zimmerman was written into the sixth spot in the batting order as the designated hitter. Nationals activate Ryan Zimmerman, option Michael A. Taylor before series opener in Detroit 2019-06-28T04:00:00Z A’s manager Bob Melvin flip-flopped his two slugging Matts in the batting order, with Matt Olson hitting second for the first time all season and Chapman third. Rays come out swinging to beat A’s 8-2, end long stretch 2019-06-23T04:00:00Z Murphy was moved up to fifth in Seattle’s batting order for the first time this season, and the decision paid off with his eighth home run in his 28th game. Soler’s homer helps Royals snap Seattle skid with 6-4 win 2019-06-18T04:00:00Z As recently as March, Finch was willing to drop himself in the batting order from opener. Australia captain Finch tops World Cup run-scoring list 2019-06-15T04:00:00Z He was in his customary cleanup spot in the Atlanta batting order Tuesday night. LEADING OFF: Big Papi recovering, Kingery blossoming 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z He was in his customary cleanup spot in the Atlanta batting order Tuesday night. LEADING OFF: Big Papi recovering, Kingery blossoming 2019-06-11T04:00:00Z It also doesn’t account for their elevated place in the batting order during the Nationals’ thinned lineups of late April and early May. Analysis | Nationals’ tandem of Yan Gomes and Kurt Suzuki not delivering on all-star level hopes at catcher 2019-06-07T04:00:00Z His spot in the batting order was due up fourth in the seventh inning. Dodgers’ bullpen falters again in 11-inning loss to the Diamondbacks 2019-06-05T04:00:00Z Lawrie, from Langley, B.C., was the unquestioned star in 2009, not only pitching every game but also contributing big time in the middle of the batting order. Former Husky champs Danielle Lawrie, Danielle Milanowski believe Washington still can make deep run in WCWS 2019-05-31T04:00:00Z Chicago started Russell at second base and in the eighth spot in the batting order. Heyward homer gives Cubs 3-2 win in 11th in Russell’s return 2019-05-08T04:00:00Z Third baseman Anthony Rendon was activated from the injured list after recovering from a bruised left elbow and was third in the batting order against the Brewers. Carter Kieboom demoted by Nats after rough start 2019-05-07T04:00:00Z He was perfect facing the Blue Jays the first time through the batting order. Angels pitcher Griffin Canning's debut was dominant in win over the Blue Jays 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z Cincinnati used its 25th batting order in 28 games for its eight position players. Winker’s homer off Diaz in 9th lifts Reds over Mets 5-4 2019-04-29T04:00:00Z He is hitting fourth in the batting order, just as he did in a 5-0 win over the Marlins on Sunday. Nationals recall Jake Noll as Anthony Rendon continues to recover from left elbow contusion 2019-04-23T04:00:00Z A natural outfielder, Kline anchors the Severna Park defense as a shortstop, serves as a backup pitcher and leads off the batting order. Softball Top 10: Severna Park’s Campbell Kline breaks Maryland career hits record 2019-04-22T04:00:00Z Smith was scratched about an hour before the game, prompting the shifting of four spots in the batting order. Price and Bogaerts carry Red Sox past Orioles 4-0 2019-04-14T04:00:00Z Even as he faltered his second time through the Blue Jays’ batting order, Canning never seemed without poise. Angels pitcher Griffin Canning's debut was dominant in win over the Blue Jays 2019-05-01T04:00:00Z Boone was told to construct a batting order based on the numbers alone. As Yankees Stumble Out of the Gate, Aaron Boone’s Optimism Endures 2019-04-04T04:00:00Z And what about the batting order, a matter to decide daily based on matchups and player availability? Dodgers' bullpen avoids meltdown in 6-5 win over Giants 2019-04-03T04:00:00Z Though he is ninth in the batting order, Robles will appear at the top of the lineup to begin innings. Nationals ‘building blocks’ for Victor Robles after mixed start 2019-04-01T04:00:00Z Because Sale is so dominant against left-handed hitters — they have a career .519 OPS against him — manager Scott Servais stacked the top of his batting order with right-handed hitters. Mariners blast defending champion Red Sox in front of sold-out crowd in 2019 home opener 2019-03-28T04:00:00Z Teams are increasingly cognizant of the idea that pitchers are less effective when facing the batting order for a third time in a game. Changing times: Baseball rife with new rules, approaches 2019-03-27T04:00:00Z New York was the first team with a dozen players to reach double digits in long balls, and the first with 20 or more from all nine spots in the batting order. 100-win Yankees limp into season with many injuries 2019-03-20T04:00:00Z He had entered the game as a pitcher in the eighth inning before moving to first base and entering the batting order. Jared Walsh, Dillon Peters make an impact in Angels’ 9-9 tie with Mariners 2019-03-10T05:00:00Z Shed Long was inserted into the starting lineup in the No. 2 spot in the batting order while playing left field. Infusion of young talent makes the late innings of Cactus League games a must watch for the Mariners 2019-03-03T05:00:00Z The Atlantic League in December said extra innings this year will start with a runner on second base — the player in the batting order prior to the inning’s leadoff hitter. MLB will use independent Atlantic League to experiment rules 2019-02-26T05:00:00Z Ruiz, 20 and from Venezuela, is the kind of player the Dodgers picture at catcher and in the middle of their batting order starting in 2020. Dodgers minor-league coach opened family home to help catching prospect 2019-02-15T05:00:00Z At the December winter meetings in Las Vegas, Zaidi said he absolutely still considers Posey the face of the franchise and a feared hitter in the middle of the batting order. Giants go younger so far under new executive Farhan Zaidi 2019-02-08T05:00:00Z The batting order will have a different look with the addition of Garcia and Zunino, and Cash faces some potentially tough decisions regarding the makeup of the bullpen. AL East teams at the start of spring training 2019-02-08T05:00:00Z His E.R.A. for the last three innings of a game, that dreaded third and fourth time through the batting order, stood at 2.75. Deep in Winter, Let’s Discuss the Stifling of Starting Pitchers 2019-01-04T05:00:00Z Overall, the top four spots in the Red Sox batting order are a combined 3 for 45 with 16 strikeouts in those two games for the highest-scoring team in the big leagues. Pierced! Pearce sparks top of slumping Red Sox lineup 2018-10-28T04:00:00Z Martinez into an outfield corner to keep the major league RBI leader in the batting order. Back by the beach, Dodgers look to get hot in World Series 2018-10-25T04:00:00Z The Red Sox made one change to their starting batting order after beating the Los Angeles Dodgers in the World Series opener, inserting Christian Vazquez at catcher for Game 2 in place of Sandy Leon. The Latest: Rain clears at Fenway, warmups under rainbow 2018-10-24T04:00:00Z Roberts tried to sneak Buehler through the bottom of Milwaukee’s batting order in the seventh. Dodgers run into all sorts of problems in 4-0 loss to Brewers in NLCS Game 3 - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-15T04:00:00Z There is no part of the formidable Brewers batting order that the Dodgers can’t smother. Dodgers have some wild cards that need to come through against Brewers - Los Angeles Times 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z New York’s entire batting order was shaped in their brawny image; the Yankees are the first team in history to produce twenty home runs from every hitting position, one through nine. The Red Sox and the Yankees Did It Again 2018-10-11T04:00:00Z The Yankees set big league records with 267 homers and 12 players with double-digit home runs, becoming the first team to get 20 or more homers from all nine slots in the batting order. Wild-card do-over: Severino for Yankees again 2018-10-02T04:00:00Z New York became the first team with 12 players reaching double-digits in home runs and the first team with 20 or more from every spot in batting order. Yelich Triple Crown bid gets extra day; Betts wins AL title 2018-09-30T04:00:00Z They became the first team to hit at least 20 home runs at all nine positions in the batting order. Yankees Send Two Over the Fence and Into the Record Book 2018-09-29T04:00:00Z New York became the first team to get at least 20 home runs from all nine spots in the batting order. Yankees break 1997 Mariners record for most homers in a season 2018-09-29T04:00:00Z His name slides up and down the batting order, depending on a few variables beyond his control. Hernandez has given Dodgers a spark - Los Angeles Times 2018-09-29T04:00:00Z On a third turn through the batting order, the Diamondbacks taxed Buehler. Dodgers lose to the Diamondbacks on a walk-off homer 4-3 - Los Angeles Times 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z Rather than going lefty-heavy against the right-handed Nix, the team disregarded the club’s recent affinity for platoons and went lefty-right-lefty through the entire batting order. Dodgers bounce back with a 7-2 win over the Padres - Los Angeles Times 2018-09-23T04:00:00Z Trying to navigate a third spin through the Dodgers batting order, Anderson issued a leadoff walk to Turner, who outlasted him in an 11-pitch tango. Dodgers sweep Rockies to take their NL West lead this season 2018-09-20T04:00:00Z Kershaw walked pinch hitter Tyler O’Neill to turn over St. Louis’s batting order. Jansen makes it interesting, but Dodgers get win at St. Louis 2018-09-13T04:00:00Z The batting order is an amorphous thing, shifting based on the handedness and predilections of the opposing pitcher. Dodgers finally get a win against the dismal Reds 2018-09-12T04:00:00Z Buehler buzzed through the heart of Arizona’s batting order in the fourth. Dodgers lose to the Diamondbacks on a walk-off homer 4-3 - Los Angeles Times 2018-09-26T04:00:00Z Robinson Cano had two hits and an RBI after being dropped down a spot in the batting order after second baseman Jean Segura was scratched. Bradley helps Red Sox rally past White Sox 9-4 2018-08-31T04:00:00Z But it was very real on Saturday afternoon when Servais penciled Cruz into the cleanup spot in the batting order and in right field. ‘A dream came true’ … Nelson Cruz starts in right field for the Mariners on Saturday 2018-08-25T04:00:00Z It would be simplistic to attribute the uptick to the batting order. Manny Machado finds his swing after switch in Dodgers lineup 2018-08-18T04:00:00Z Also why the Mariners change to the batting order was needed. Extra Innings podcast: Discussing the Mariners’ decision to remove Felix Hernandez from the starting rotation 2018-08-10T04:00:00Z Well, in an effort to shake things up and find some offense, Servais switched up his relatively standard batting order significantly for Thursday’s series opener in Houston. Change does wonders for Mariners in 8-6 victory at Houston 2018-08-09T04:00:00Z Roberts returned Turner to his usual place in the batting order, hitting in the No. 3 spot behind Manny Machado, who slid back to shortstop. Dodgers activate Justin Turner, place Chase Utley on disabled list 2018-08-02T04:00:00Z The deal for mashing Manny Machado was followed by a deal for slugging Brian Dozier on Tuesday, and the Dodgers trade deadline tinkering resulted in a batting order that is World Series worthy. Dodgers trade for more offense but neglect what could be their Achilles’ heel 2018-08-01T04:00:00Z The Mariners, using a slightly different batting order from past games, were all over Pena from the first pitch of the game, which Dee Gordon lined into center field for a crisp single. Mariners take out all their frustrations on Angels to avoid sweep 2018-07-29T04:00:00Z And it leaves a gaping hole in the batting order, where Judge hit second for 97 of his team’s 101 games. Boone Is Confident the Yankees Can Weather Aaron Judge’s Absence 2018-07-27T04:00:00Z He has held right-handed hitters to a .207 batting average, which could prove beneficial against a New York Yankees batting order that includes Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. Eovaldi ready for high expectations of pitching in Boston 2018-07-26T04:00:00Z He was moved toward the top of the sluggish batting order with one obvious objective in mind. Trout, Pujols and Ohtani homer in Angels' 11-3 rout over the White Sox 2018-07-26T04:00:00Z Greenberg got a kick out of volatile college basketball legend Bob Knight vehemently complaining about his place in the batting order. At MLB All-Star Legends & Celebrity Softball Game, a mix of silly and seriousness 2018-07-12T04:00:00Z He dropped Bryce Harper to fifth in the batting order for the first time this season in hopes that he would get more opportunities with runners on base. Nationals work extra but don’t get rewarded in 13-inning loss to Phillies 2018-07-01T04:00:00Z In the meantime, Boone said the Yankees would conduct business as usual, with Giancarlo Stanton assuming Judge’s role as both the No. 2 hitter in the Yankees’ batting order and the everyday right fielder. Boone Is Confident the Yankees Can Weather Aaron Judge’s Absence 2018-07-27T04:00:00Z He complimented his willingness to shift to center field and to different spots in the batting order when asked to. Nationals wait out rain, then wait for runs that just don’t come 2018-06-21T04:00:00Z The Orioles added Corban Joseph before Friday’s game, immediately plugging the 29-year-old minor league journeyman into the top of the batting order as he started at first base and hit leadoff. O’s lose eighth straight to fall 30 games under .500 2018-06-15T04:00:00Z I bet Trout would like to see him in the batting order every day for the rest Ohtani’s career. Letters: If greatness is dull, the NBA Finals have become the dullest event around 2018-06-15T04:00:00Z After a prodigious April in which he homered seven times and moved up in the batting order, Beltre started hobbling with bone spurs in his left ankle. To Dodgers, Adrian Beltre is the Hall of Famer who got away 2018-06-12T04:00:00Z So why not bring him in the second or third inning against the bottom of opponent’s batting order? The Mariners have no plans for using an ‘opener’ to offset Felix Hernandez’s first-inning struggles 2018-05-29T04:00:00Z Outfield sensation Juan Soto, 19, who drew three walks Tuesday for the Nationals, moved from the No. 6 spot in the batting order to No. 2 on Wednesday against the Padres. Erick Fedde called up to Nationals to start against Padres 2018-05-23T04:00:00Z He was listed seventh in Saturday night’s batting order and will play center field. Twins put Mauer on DL with concussion symptoms, Cave debuts 2018-05-19T04:00:00Z Amed Rosario added three hits and two RBIs from the No. 9 spot in the batting order. Syndergaard, Mets break out in 12-2 rout of Blue Jays 2018-05-16T04:00:00Z Braun’s removal led to several changes in the batting order, with Jonathan Villar entering the lineup batting seventh and playing second base. Braun scratched from Brewers’ lineup vs D-backs 2018-05-14T04:00:00Z His walk brought up Difo, who has been getting on base regularly as the No. 9 hitter in the batting order. Wilmer Difo’s walk-off RBI single rallies Nationals 2018-05-06T04:00:00Z But he recognized that his team’s best hitter preferred to hit third, so he put Cespedes third and constructed the batting order around him. The Mets Try the Personal Touch 2018-04-25T04:00:00Z Cobb’s most effective pitch his first two times through the Tampa Bay batting order — his curveball — was punished in the fifth inning. Alex Cobb falls apart vs. old team, dooming Orioles to 10th loss in 11 games 2018-04-25T04:00:00Z Yelich and center fielder Lorenzo Cain, who signed a free agent, were together in the batting order for the first time since April 4. After facing Stanton, Marlins play against Yelich 2018-04-19T04:00:00Z Yankees manager Aaron Boone says he may drop struggling slugger Giancarlo Stanton slightly in the batting order. LEADING OFF: Cole chases Johnson, Ryan for Astros’ K mark 2018-04-17T04:00:00Z The Nationals’ batting order for Thursday’s game lists Strasburg in the eighth spot, ahead of center fielder Michael A. Taylor at nine. Stephen Strasburg will bat eighth for first time in career at Nationals’ home opener 2018-04-05T04:00:00Z In an era when an increasing number of managers and pitching coaches are reluctant to let young starters face the batting order for a third time in a game, the Rays’ plan will be analyzed. Steady relief: Rays use bullpen in place of No 4 starter 2018-04-05T04:00:00Z He recorded eight strikeouts, mixing in his slider later in the game with an occasional changeup and curve to keep a dangerous Astros batting order off balance. Dylan Bundy is a bright spot, but Orioles are swept out of Houston 2018-04-04T04:00:00Z The Yankees, though, are much more than the 13 feet and 530 pounds of slugging outfielders that form the heart of their batting order. Giancarlo Stanton’s first Yankees home game was a disaster. Then Didi Gregorius saved the day. 2018-04-03T04:00:00Z That’s exactly where he was, following Aaron Judge and Stanton in the batting order. Gregorius’ 2 HRs, 8 RBIs lead Yanks over Rays in home opener 2018-04-03T04:00:00Z Baltimore even put Chris Davis atop the batting order to start this season. Happ, Springer reflect new breed of leadoff hitters 2018-04-02T04:00:00Z This is why power hitters like George Springer and Mike Trout are batting first or second in the batting order, and why bunts and stolen bases have mostly fallen out of favor. Right Now, Baseball Loves the Long Ball. But for How Long? 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z Dispersed veterans included Stanton, who joined the Yankees to pair with fellow slugger and reigning AL Rookie of the Year Aaron Judge and Gary Sanchez in a powerful batting order. Astros open as champions; Stanton, Martinez get new starts 2018-03-28T04:00:00Z To see them play was, by all accounts, to see the ideal heart of a batting order. Baseball’s Unappreciated Power Duo 2018-03-27T04:00:00Z New York, which lost to Houston in last year’s AL Championship Series, traded for Giancarlo Stanton in December, creating the type of star-studded batting order usually only found in video games. Baseball 2018: Key dates for the upcoming season 2018-03-26T04:00:00Z At the top of the batting order was baseball’s biggest bopper: Aaron Judge, 6 feet 7 inches, 282 pounds and the American League’s leader last season with 52 home runs. They Can’t Wait: Yankees Try Leading Off With Aaron Judge 2018-03-23T04:00:00Z Judge will be joined in the batting order by NL MVP Giancarlo Stanton, who led the major leagues with 59 homers for Miami, then was acquired by the Yankees from the payroll-paring Marlins. Judge average up to .278 after pair of homers vs Orioles 2018-03-22T04:00:00Z Cron will be counted on to provide some power in the middle of the batting order. Revamped young Rays feel they have chance to be competitive 2018-03-22T04:00:00Z The union of the reigning National and American League home run leaders in one batting order has sent fans leafing back through record books for comparable tandems. Baseball’s Unappreciated Power Duo 2018-03-27T04:00:00Z While Fowler is returning to a familiar spot in the batting order, he’s moving to a new one defensively. Fowler’s track record lands him back at leadoff for Cards 2018-03-18T04:00:00Z Manager Dave Roberts juggles his batting order on a daily basis, shortens the outings of his starting pitchers and asks his bullpen to operate without concrete roles. Inside the Dodgers' failed, frustrating bid for two-way sensation Shohei Ohtani 2018-03-07T05:00:00Z He also spent time at the top of the batting order during his college career at the University of Cincinnati. Happ preparing for key role with Cubs 2018-03-01T05:00:00Z While most of the attention will be on Gordon’s position switch, his addition to Seattle’s batting order is also significant. In a flash: Gordon making switch to center field for Seattle 2018-03-01T05:00:00Z Betts said hand and wrist injuries were not a factor and attributed the dip at least in part to the absence of Ortiz in the batting order following his retirement. Betts still trying to figure out niche in Red Sox clubhouse 2018-02-15T05:00:00Z He is a centerpiece of the Baby Bombers’ batting order along with catcher Gary Sanchez, a lineup boosted by the acquisition of major league home run champion Giancarlo Stanton from the Miami Marlins. Yanks’ Judge on track for opening day after shoulder surgery 2018-02-14T05:00:00Z Now the CEO of the Miami Marlins, Jeter says the franchise is on a path to long-term success following an offseason fire sale that purged the batting order of four starters, including slugger Giancarlo Stanton. Now an owner, Jeter heads to 1st spring training since 2014 2018-02-13T05:00:00Z You can almost pencil out the daily lineup and batting order. As Mariners head into spring training,more skepticism than optimism seems to be in the air 2018-02-11T05:00:00Z Seattle can’t afford a staple in the middle of its batting order to have another awful start. Mariners head to spring stuck in awkward middle ground 2018-02-09T05:00:00Z Meanwhile, the middle of the batting order will have a different look with the departures of Longoria and Morrison, who led the team with a career-best 38 home runs. AL East teams at the start of spring training 2018-02-09T05:00:00Z Gregorius established career bests with a .287 batting average, 25 home runs and 87 RBIs, hitting mostly fourth through sixth in the batting order. Yankees settle with 6, on track to get under tax threshold 2018-01-12T05:00:00Z At the same time, one can only wonder what Anderson would have said to a youthful, Ivy League-educated GM who tried to dictate his batting order or tell him when to pull his starting pitcher. The face of the modern big-league manager is changing, and so is the job itself 2017-12-15T05:00:00Z Seattle is adding significant speed and a knack for getting on base to its batting order. Trade for Dee Gordon may help Mariners land Shohei Ohtani 2017-12-07T05:00:00Z The RBI is an opportunity stat — the more the players ahead of you in the batting order get on base, the more likely you are to knock in a run. Analysis | Bill James, who spurred baseball’s analytics revolution, is waging a mini war on WAR 2017-11-20T05:00:00Z Hill permitted only one hit on his first turn through the Astros batting order. Dodgers beat Astros 3-1 to force a deciding Game 7 in the World Series 2017-10-31T04:00:00Z The organization trusted two of their starting pitchers, Kershaw and Darvish, to face opposing hitters for a third time through the batting order. Dodgers stick to their strategies under full Astros blast 2017-10-30T04:00:00Z There are few dead spots in the batting order. Dodgers hope to 'turn the page' in Houston after gut-wrenching Game 2 loss 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z Somebody forgot to tell Gonzalez, a formidable slugger who only merits the No. 7 spot in a Houston batting order that led the majors in runs scored this season by dozens. Perspective | Hello, Dodgers. We’re the Astros, and this World Series is far from over. 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z Yet with the Astros batting order due up for a third time, Roberts opted for his bullpen. Astros even World Series with wild Game 2 victory over Dodgers in 11 innings 2017-10-25T04:00:00Z Baker had splintered his lineup when he double-switched a relief pitcher into Rendon’s spot in the batting order to begin the eighth inning. Reconstructing the Dodgers' 2016 Game 5 NLDS win over Washington 2017-10-05T04:00:00Z There are, of course, traditional ways to build a batting order — we’re looking at you, Dusty Baker — as well as more modern methods. Perspective | Bryce Harper will be back soon. Where should the Nationals bat him? 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z With the top of the Astros’ batting order looming for a third time, Roberts chose a fresh arm over Hill. Dodgers hope to 'turn the page' in Houston after gut-wrenching Game 2 loss 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z He had to stay, all of which left Baker scrambling to reconfigure his batting order to account for it all. Nationals fail to solve R.A. Dickey, drop series finale to Braves, 3-2 2017-09-21T04:00:00Z For most of this season, the Dodgers kept Yasiel Puig in the same spot in the batting order against right-handed pitchers. 'Good at-bats' from Yasiel Puig would be great for Cody Bellinger, Dodgers 2017-09-15T04:00:00Z He began writing the names of his starting lineup in each position, and then he got to work on his batting order. Making an MLB Manager 2017-09-14T04:00:00Z In terms of the importance of avoiding outs, they ranked the batting order positions this way, from most to least: 1, 4, 2, 5, 3, 6, 7, 8, 9. Angels mailbag: How long will Albert Pujols bat third? 2017-08-28T04:00:00Z Despite that information, Hill only went twice through the batting order in his first two starts this postseason. Dodgers hope to 'turn the page' in Houston after gut-wrenching Game 2 loss 2017-10-26T04:00:00Z All five of them struggle to get through a batting order three times. Mariners embark on four-city, 13-day road trip with battered pitching staff 2017-08-17T04:00:00Z They pick teams, determine batting order and set lineups. Oklahoma boys use raggedy field for baseball dreams 2017-08-13T04:00:00Z So much of the Nationals’ success this season is built around the heart of their batting order, the one Zimmerman transformed with his storybook resurgence. Ryan Zimmerman looks like his old self again in Nationals’ rout of Marlins 2017-08-09T04:00:00Z He’s been selected to an All-Star game and is part of the Mariners’ heart of the batting order. Call him “Corey’s Brother” — Kyle Seager is starting to heat up for the Mariners 2017-08-09T04:00:00Z He is hitting .288 with 24 homers and 47 RBIs in 60 games since moving to the No. 2 spot in the batting order. Dickey, Markakis help Braves overcome Stanton, Marlins 5-3 2017-08-04T04:00:00Z Despite the power display, Puig started Saturday in his usual spot in the batting order against right-handed pitchers. Despite power display, Yasiel Puig to stay in No. 8 spot for Dodgers 2017-07-15T04:00:00Z Deciding the AL batting order was another result of their teamwork, Mills said. Baseball lifer Brad Mills pinch-hits as AL All-Star manager 2017-07-11T04:00:00Z Polanco, dropped from third to sixth in the batting order while mired in a deep slump, drilled his sixth homer to right center to push the advantage to 3-0. Taillon keeps Rays in check as Pirates roll to 4-0 victory 2017-06-29T04:00:00Z Singer relied on his fastball the first time through LSU's batting order and cleverly mixed in sliders the rest of the way. College World Series: Singer strikes out 12 in Gators' 4-3 win 2017-06-26T04:00:00Z Appearing in an American League park for the first time this season, Yasiel Puig fell to the No. 9 spot in the batting order. Cody Bellinger's home run parade continues with two in the Dodgers' 7-5 victory over the Indians 2017-06-13T04:00:00Z The home run was McCutchen’s fourth since being moved to sixth in the batting order on May 26. Jaso’s pinch-hit homer powers Pirates by Rockies 5-2 2017-06-13T04:00:00Z The middle of Riverside’s batting order, spots three through seven, were 8 for 15 with seven RBI. Baseball Top 10: There are four Northern Virginia teams left in the state playoffs. We scouted them all. 2017-06-05T04:00:00Z The statue shows Robinson holding the lineup card with the Indians' batting order from that game against the New York Yankees. MLB: Indians unveil statue of barrier-breaking manager Frank Robinson 2017-05-27T04:00:00Z As a result of the two ejections, the A’s lost their designated hitter for the rest of the game and were forced to insert a pitcher into the third spot in their batting order. With the Offense Still on Hiatus, the Yankees Eke Out a Win 2017-05-27T04:00:00Z The statue shows Robinson holding the lineup card with the Indians’ batting order from that game against the New York Yankees. Cleveland Indians unveil statue of Frank Robinson 2017-05-27T04:00:00Z The first six hitters in the Orioles’ batting order were a combined 2 for 24 with seven strikeouts. Orioles’ swoon continues with a 2-0 loss in Houston 2017-05-26T04:00:00Z He began last season atop the batting order and made the All-Star team. Adleman pitches 8 crisp innings as Reds beat Phillies 5-2 2017-05-26T04:00:00Z Martinez moved up three spots to hit third in the batting order. Cabrera scratched from Detroit lineup with sore left side 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z Determining the batting order isn’t the problem for manager Dusty Baker. Without closer, Nats just a good regular-season team 2017-05-17T04:00:00Z The bottom half of the batting order bloodied Anderson. Alex Wood gets a little help during six sharp innings and the Dodgers blank the Rockies, 4-0 2017-05-13T04:00:00Z Why else would Urias return to face the middle of the Pirates batting order when his team was carrying a nine-man bullpen? Did Dodgers phenom Julio Urias really have a shot at a no-hitter Tuesday night? 2017-05-10T04:00:00Z The A’s won despite committing two errors and getting only one hit from the top third of their batting order. Rosales’ 2-run single off Rodriguez in 9th lifts A’s 2017-05-07T04:00:00Z He’s one of the top three players for the Bulldogs and hits third in the batting order. One-armed middle school catcher is incredible to watch 2017-05-06T04:00:00Z The only thing Judge’s power numbers haven’t done is get him a higher spot in the batting order. Analysis | Yankees’ Aaron Judge is baseball’s best power hitter. Here’s Exhibit A. 2017-05-04T04:00:00Z Andrew Romine replaced him at second base and atop the batting order Wednesday night. Detroit’s Kinsler leaves game with hamstring tightness 2017-05-03T04:00:00Z The two spots have been mostly hitting consecutively in the batting order, making it a wasteland where multirun innings are seldom born and runners in scoring position are left to die. Mariners GM Jerry Dipote isn’t pleased with start, but he believes things will improve 2017-05-01T04:00:00Z Texas used its 19th batting order in 24 games. Gomez’s cycle, Darvish’s pitching lead Rangers to 6-3 win 2017-04-30T04:00:00Z Those recent struggles — and Ryan Zimmerman’s blistering start to the season — prompted Baker to flip the two players in the batting order Saturday. Gio Gonzalez stymies Mets as Nationals win sixth straight, 3-1 2017-04-22T04:00:00Z Baker, who was already without Jayson Werth because of a minor groin injury, gave it to him and adjusted his batting order. Stephen Strasburg starts strong and Shawn Kelley finishes Nats’ sweep of Braves 2017-04-20T04:00:00Z But Molitor wouldn’t have put him in the third spot in the batting order if he weren’t comfortable with the strides the 23-year-old has made. Anchoring outfield and batting 3rd, Byron Buxton has arrived 2017-04-04T04:00:00Z There was Adam Eaton, the center fielder who cost three intriguing pitching prospects, and Trea Turner, now at shortstop, wreaking havoc atop the batting order. In Opening Day win against Marlins, everything goes according to Nationals’ plan 2017-04-03T04:00:00Z He said the batting order he used in Saturday’s 1-all tie with Colorado in the spring training finale would “probably” be his lineup for the Monday opener at Houston. Segura, Haniger to bat at top of Mariners’ lineup 2017-04-01T04:00:00Z Obviously, the lineup and batting order will change from time to time. Mariners manager Scott Servais previews his opening day starting lineup in Saturday’s Cactus League finale 2017-04-01T04:00:00Z The January death of ace Yordano Ventura left a gaping hole at the top of the rotation, and the loss of Kendrys Morales to Toronto left a void in the middle of the batting order. Reigning AL champion Indians look stronger than ever in AL Central 2017-04-01T04:00:00Z In conversations with Roberts, he has debated the wisdom of rigid roles for relievers and a static batting order for hitters. The architect: How Dodgers GM Farhan Zaidi became one of the most coveted minds in baseball 2017-03-30T04:00:00Z Holliday was added to bring balance to a batting order that struggled against right-handed pitchers last year, especially with the decline of A-Rod, who was released in August. Yankees open season looking to future arrivals 2017-03-28T04:00:00Z What’s the batting order look like for Opening Day in less than three weeks? Perspective | Nationals are loaded with offense, but every bat needs to find its right place 2017-03-15T04:00:00Z While England's batting order is rich in both talent and depth, the Windies' top order gifted their wickets with a succession of dolly catches offered up to close fielders. West Indies v England: Joe Root & Alex Hales hit centuries as tourists win 2017-03-09T05:00:00Z The batting order would now have 10 batters. Is Baseball Too Slow? Here’s How Readers Would Fix the Game, or Not 2017-03-02T05:00:00Z “It’s going to be an exciting year for us,” said Freddie Freeman, another key part of the batting order. Revamped lineup gives Braves plenty of hope heading into ‘17 2017-02-23T05:00:00Z “Wherever he has me is where I’m going to hit,” said Eaton, who has also spoken with Baker about the batting order. Adam Eaton is modeling Mighty Mouse. Can he fit that mold with the Nationals? 2017-02-20T05:00:00Z “That is a championship middle of the batting order. It is a championship group of players. The game doesn’t run on a clock, but our core is on the clock.” Seattle Mariners Add (and Add) to Their Core Strength 2017-02-18T05:00:00Z Holliday projects as the only newcomer assured a spot in the batting order. Yankees enter spring training sorting starting pitchers 2017-02-10T05:00:00Z Let the designated hitter hit twice in the order separated by five batters only if the DH hits is in the 2, 3 or 4 position in the batting order. Is Baseball Too Slow? Here’s How Readers Would Fix the Game, or Not 2017-03-02T05:00:00Z Q. How about the No. 2 spot in the batting order? Mariners manager Scott Servais discusses his team going into the 2017 season 2016-12-07T05:00:00Z Eaton’s spot in the Nationals manager’s batting order remains less clear. Adam Eaton is modeling Mighty Mouse. Can he fit that mold with the Nationals? 2017-02-20T05:00:00Z But with the top of the batting order set to face Hendricks for a third time, Maddon opted for a fresh arm. Cubs beat Indians in Game 7 to end baseball’s longest World Series drought 2016-11-02T04:00:00Z “The meaty part of their batting order,” Maddon said, “if you don’t get through that, there is no tomorrow.” In thrilling World Series, Cubs throttle Indians to force a decisive Game 7 2016-11-01T04:00:00Z They could send up a pinch hitter to open the frame before forcing Kluber to face the top of the batting order for the third time. Indians down Cubs, 7-2, one win away from World Series title 2016-10-29T04:00:00Z By facing the entire Washington batting order once, then facing the first three hitters again in the ninth inning. Once again, Nationals head out into an offseason of doubt 2016-10-14T04:00:00Z They wasted no time putting him to use, placing him fifth in the batting order as they opened a crucial series Thursday night against the Red Sox. Yankees Add Billy Butler to Boost Their Offense 2016-09-15T04:00:00Z Ellsbury is second in Wednesday night’s batting order against Tampa Bay. Ellsbury back in Yankees’ lineup 2016-09-21T04:00:00Z But Girardi felt comfortable moving up Gary Sanchez and Aaron Judge in the batting order Wednesday against the Toronto Blue Jays, with Sanchez hitting cleanup and Judge fifth. Rookies Continue Hot Hitting for Yanks, but C.C. Sabathia Falters in a Loss 2016-08-17T04:00:00Z The next three hitters in the batting order were a combined 2 for 15, and the pitcher’s spot was next after them. Royals, Mets may not make playoffs to defend pennants 2016-08-15T04:00:00Z Pirates manager Clint Hurdle batted Polanco, the third-year right fielder, in the cleanup sot of the batting order for the first time in his career. Perdomo allows Polanco’s 3-run HR as Padres lose to Pirates 2016-08-10T04:00:00Z Facing Texas for the first time as a starter, Bundy allowed one hit and a walk over seven sparkling innings against a potent batting order featuring newcomers Carlos Beltran and Jonathan Lucroy. Darvish can’t match Bundy as Rangers fall to Orioles 5-1 2016-08-02T04:00:00Z It only appeared that way, as he fashioned a batting order packed with right-handed hitters to face Diamondbacks left-hander Robbie Ray. Dodgers' rally falls short, lose to Diamondbacks, 6-5 2016-07-17T04:00:00Z Seth Smith moves to the top of the batting order as the leadoff for the day. Ketel Marte, Nelson Cruz return to the Mariners' lineup; Chris Iannetta gets back-to-back days off 2016-07-17T04:00:00Z Ortiz, Boston’s beloved designated hitter, wore spikes with gold-colored bottoms and matching batting gloves to mark his 10th All-Star selection and delivered the AL batting order to umpires at home plate. American League Beats National League 4-2 In All-Star Game 2016-07-13T04:00:00Z The bottom three in the Marlins’ batting order went 5 for 6 against Harvey, with Miami benefiting from the first of two video review challenges it won. Marlins waste 6-run lead in 8-6 loss to Mets 2016-07-04T04:00:00Z Chicago OF Jason Heyward responded with a solid day at the plate after being dropped from second to sixth in the batting order. Reed struggles as last-place Reds get rocked by Cubs, 10-4 2016-07-04T04:00:00Z On the lineup distributed in the press box, Braun was indeed listed third — his regular position in the batting order — and Lucroy was fourth. Brewers called for batting out of order against Nationals 2016-07-04T04:00:00Z On the lineup distributed in the press box, Braun was indeed listed third - his regular position in the batting order - and Lucroy was fourth. Brewers called for batting out of order against Nationals 2016-07-04T04:00:00Z He was demoted from the leadoff spot in the batting order recently. Seattle options Nori Aoki as part of rash of roster moves 2016-06-24T04:00:00Z In his first time through the batting order, Stripling limited hitters to a .197 batting average. Dodgers' Roger Stripling is ready for the next step 2016-06-15T04:00:00Z The Mariners’ closer had picked up two quick outs and faced the slumping Prince Fielder, who had been dropped to sixth in the batting order. Mariners watch two late homers by Rangers result in a 2-1 victory for Texas 2016-06-11T04:00:00Z Riddled with injuries, the Giants sported a batting order with five left-handed batters, assembling a row of late-lineup fodder. Justin Turner's ninth-inning homer lifts Dodgers to 3-2 win over Giants 2016-06-10T04:00:00Z Martin was immediately inserted back into the starting lineup in centerfield and hitting ninth in the batting order. Leonys Martin activated from the 15-day disabled and in Friday night's starting lineup for the Mariners 2016-06-10T04:00:00Z Stanton is fifth in the batting order for the first time all season. Marlins’ Stanton in starting lineup after missing 7 games 2016-06-01T04:00:00Z Harvey has not pitched more than six innings in a game this season, and has allowed a .509 opponents’ batting average the third time through the batting order. Matt Harvey, E.R.A. at 6.08, Prepares for His Next Start 2016-05-27T04:00:00Z The leadoff hitter in the St. Louis batting order, Carpenter homered and drove in a career-high six runs to lead the Cardinals to a 13-7 victory over the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night. Carpenter, Adams lead Cardinals over Rockies 13-7 2016-05-19T04:00:00Z Michael Conforto, dropped to sixth in the batting order against the Dodgers left-hander Alex Wood, hit a bouncer to the right side. Dodgers Win a Duel Against the Mets With a Game-Ending Homer 2016-05-11T04:00:00Z After the “longest 15 days of his life,” Leonys Martin will be back patrolling centerfield for the Seattle Mariners on Friday night and hitting ninth in the batting order. Leonys Martin activated from the 15-day disabled and in Friday night's starting lineup for the Mariners 2016-06-10T04:00:00Z Hurdle’s decision was a reflection of his faith in his everyday batting order. Pirates at Reds game postponed because of rain 2016-05-10T04:00:00Z They were part of a Cincinnati starting lineup and batting order that, except for the pitcher, was the same for a season-high third consecutive game. Reds ‘pen blows 6-2 lead in 13-7, 10-inning loss to Brewers 2016-05-07T04:00:00Z St. Louis manager Mike Matheny shook up his batting order, placing Stephen Piscotty in the cleanup spot for only the third time this season. Carpenter, Adams lead Cardinals over Rockies 13-7 2016-05-19T04:00:00Z Although Gardner is not the sole culprit, he accepted much of the responsibility for not doing enough at the top of the batting order. Yankees’ Run Production Still Missing, Along With Explanations 2016-05-01T04:00:00Z The idea of doing something whimsical, like pulling his batting order out of a hat — as some managers occasionally do when their hitters are mired in a funk — did not appeal to his sensibilities. Alex Rodriguez Returns to Add Some Spark, but Yankees Fall to Rangers 2016-04-27T04:00:00Z Kevin Pillar had three singles and made two nice catches in center after being dropped from leadoff to eighth in the batting order. Baseball Capsules 2016-04-17T04:00:00Z The top five in the Tigers’ batting order went 13 for 20 while scoring and driving in every run. Juan Nicasio struggles in Pirates’ 8-2 loss to Tigers 2016-04-12T04:00:00Z There are no respites in the batting order. Spring Has Arrived, but the Yankees May Beg to Differ 2016-04-10T04:00:00Z They have added to the batting order and defense while providing leadership qualities that were missing last season. White Sox hope to rally fans, starting with home opener 2016-04-07T04:00:00Z Next in the planetary batting order, Mars rises just before midnight now. Skywatch: April brings planetary presents 2016-04-02T04:00:00Z What looks like an ideal batting order in April gets scrambled by injuries, roster changes, slumps and players who simply need a day off. In Baseball, a Regular Lineup Nears Extinction 2016-03-31T04:00:00Z A move from third to second in the batting order seems to have helped. Pirates looking for better start in 2016 2016-04-01T04:00:00Z The top of the batting order is one of the brightest spots. Bright future won’t help Phillies win in 2016 2016-04-01T04:00:00Z McCutchen’s solo drive was his third home run since he was moved to the No. 2 spot in the batting order. McCutchen homers for 5th time in 7 games 2016-03-23T04:00:00Z Gardner was counted on to spark the top of the Yankees’ batting order with Jacoby Ellsbury for the past two seasons. Gardner hopes to solve Yankees’ need for speed 2016-03-17T04:00:00Z He is not ready to hit and was ninth in the batting order against the Miami Marlins. Molina to make spring training debut catching for Cardinals 2016-03-09T05:00:00Z He is not ready to hit and was ninth in the batting order Wednesday against the Miami Marlins. St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina is set to make his spring training debut behind the plate, with defensive limitations in place 2016-03-09T05:00:00Z As the Cardinals approach their first spring training games, Wong made it clear that he didn’t intend to pressure the Cardinals into changing their batting order. Cardinals’ perfectionist Wong wants to hit leadoff 2016-03-01T05:00:00Z They talked about Heyward playing center field after winning three Gold Gloves in right, his spot in the batting order and his base running. Heyward already making big impression with Cubs 2016-02-23T05:00:00Z He can opt out after one season — but for now his big bat reinforces the entire batting order. Coming off surprising run to World Series, Yoenis Cespedes and Mets set to take swing at crown 2016-02-15T05:00:00Z He can opt out after one season - but for now his big bat reinforces the entire batting order. Back for more: Cespedes, Mets take swing at Series crown 2016-02-15T05:00:00Z Pollack, and Hale will decide where the two fit best in the batting order. With Greinke leading rotation, D-Backs look like contenders 2016-02-15T05:00:00Z Among the particularly pressing questions for the Nationals is who will lead off the batting order and who will play second base and shortstop. Candid as usual, Dusty Baker faces backlash 2015-12-08T05:00:00Z While Cook and Root are increasingly crucial pillars of the England batting order, number three Bell remains under pressure after another unconvincing innings. Root and Cook lead England reply 2015-10-23T04:00:00Z But on his third time facing Boston’s batting order, the Red Sox tagged him for two runs in the sixth. Jacob deGrom’s Strong Start Sputters, and the Mets’ Bats Falter 2015-08-29T04:00:00Z For now, Wright will start at third base Monday and will bat high in the batting order. Rookie Logan Verrett Makes Strong Debut as Mets Sweep Rockies 2015-08-23T04:00:00Z He helped the bottom four spots in the Boston batting order post whopping numbers: 13 for 19 with four walks, 18 runs scored and 13 RBIs. Hernandez hammered in Mariners’ 22-10 loss to Red Sox 2015-08-15T04:00:00Z The top of the batting order is not hitting. Yankees’ New Look: Over Their Shoulders 2015-08-09T04:00:00Z Between Bell and Broad in the batting order they are all young, gifted, exciting and inconsistent. England win the Ashes after resounding innings triumph over Australia 2015-08-08T04:00:00Z So now he's trying a different approach: He's going to walk his way back to the top of the Dodgers batting order. Joc Pederson walking through a slump 2015-08-05T04:00:00Z The head coach was adamant any decision to drop Clarke a place down the batting order to number five would be made by the captain himself. Haddin my hardest decision - Lehmann 2015-08-01T04:00:00Z In the wake of being swept by the Yankees, Showalter tinkered with his batting order. Orioles fall to Rays 3-1 in 1st loss when leading after 7 2015-07-25T04:00:00Z If the selectors follow Swann's advice and keep faith in the same team, they may be tempted to at least tinker with the batting order. How England can bounce back in Ashes 2015-07-20T04:00:00Z Losing the top two players in the batting order, well, that pretty much made the night a total loss for the Washington Nationals. Span, Escobar injured in Nationals’ 3-2 loss to Reds 2015-07-06T04:00:00Z Also Sunday, with the Dodgers facing a left-handed starter, Mattingly dropped center fielder Joc Pederson to seventh in the batting order. Dodgers place pitcher Carlos Frias on disabled list 2015-07-05T04:00:00Z With David Warner far more likely to punch a quick hundred than a fresh-faced England cricketer these days, his place at the top of the Australian batting order is secure. Aussie watch: Who's in Ashes form? 2015-06-26T04:00:00Z As Rodriguez faced the Orioles again Thursday afternoon in Boston, he retired the first nine Baltimore batters he faced, but this time, Rodriguez wouldn’t survive his second turn through the Orioles’ batting order. Wieters’ two-run shot helps power Orioles past Red Sox 2015-06-25T04:00:00Z The Toronto Blue Jays’ second home sellout crowd this season began to ring in his ears as O’Day allowed a dangerous batting order late-inning life. Darren O’Day’s escape helps Orioles beat Blue Jays 2015-06-20T04:00:00Z Behind 71/3 shimmering innings from Ross, with a batting order mined from the furthest reaches of their bench, the Nationals ended the Pirates’ eight-game winning streak. Shorthanded Nats ride rookie Ross past Pirates, 4-1 2015-06-19T04:00:00Z A day after manager Terry Collins said he expected d’Arnaud would not start following his flight from Las Vegas, d’Arnaud was sixth in the batting order against San Francisco. Travis d’Arnaud activated by Mets after missing 46 games 2015-06-10T04:00:00Z He’s never really found a home in the batting order. Howie Kendrick cleans up on Diamondbacks in Dodgers' 3-1 win 2015-06-10T04:00:00Z But the priority was landing another bat - preferably right-handed - to try and add length and a spark to the Mariners meager batting order. Seattle again struggles at plate, falls 3-1 to Yankees 2015-06-03T04:00:00Z His acquisition should allow Seattle the opportunity to use Nelson Cruz at designated hitter more and help balance the Mariners’ left-handed heavy batting order. Seattle gets Trumbo from Arizona as part of 6-player swap 2015-06-03T04:00:00Z On Saturday, Joyce hit sixth in the batting order. After slow start, Angels' Matt Joyce enters a hot streak 2015-05-31T04:00:00Z The worst impact probably will be Werth’s injury, which will shorten the batting order all summer. Two months into season, the Nationals look to have what matters most 2015-05-29T04:00:00Z On Friday, Collins inserted Tejada into the second spot in the batting order, and he was rewarded with two hits. Jon Niese’s Troubles Continue as Marlins Thrash Mets 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z For the first time in 49 games this season, Erick Aybar was not at shortstop or in Manager Mike Scioscia's batting order because of a hamstring injury suffered the night before. Loss of Erick Aybar doesn't affect Angels' win over Tigers 2015-05-30T04:00:00Z New second baseman Johnny Giavotella is a feisty, productive little gnat in the field and the batting order. Angels finally create some buzz 2015-05-26T04:00:00Z Most of the changes so far have involved juggling the batting order and reorganizing the rotation. Reds lose their 9th in a row, 5-4 to Rockies 2015-05-25T04:00:00Z Hamilton will start in left field and likely will hit second or fifth in the batting order, according to manager Jeff Banister. Hamilton reunites Monday with Rangers in unlikely journey 2015-05-24T04:00:00Z You decide on the batting order, you decide when to pinch-hit and you decide when to make pitching changes. Marlins hire a manager with no experience, but how hard could it be? 2015-05-24T04:00:00Z Manager Mike Scioscia has juggled the batting order in an effort to spark the offense, but it doesn't matter how the Angels line up if the majority of them aren't hitting. Angels again are stung by Mike Napoli in loss to Red Sox 2015-05-24T04:00:00Z The Mets manager slotted New York's top home-run hitter ninth in the batting order for the first time in nearly a half-century and batted his pitcher eighth for the third time this season. Flores slam, deGrom 3 for 3 as Mets romp over Brewers 14-1 2015-05-16T04:00:00Z The Mets manager slotted New York’s top home-run hitter ninth in the batting order for the first time in nearly a half-century and batted his pitcher eighth for the third time this season. Flores slam, deGrom 3 for 3 as Mets romp over Brewers 14-1 2015-05-16T04:00:00Z Boston won this series without big contributions from the middle of the batting order. Wade Miley duels with Sonny Gray, Boston beats A’s 2-0 2015-05-13T04:00:00Z He returned to his normal spot at No. 3 in the batting order the next day. Utley’s start a head scratcher in Philadelphia 2015-05-11T04:00:00Z He played three rehabilitation games for Double-A Bowie and was relieved Thursday night to see his name in the No. 7 spot in the Orioles’ batting order. Orioles SS Hardy activated from DL, set to make season debut 2015-05-07T04:00:00Z Hart traded away a significant chunk of his batting order, including, he noted ruefully, some players with high exit velocities. Baseball’s Latest Craze? It’s Like Rocket Science 2015-05-04T04:00:00Z Rodriguez hit his way up in New York's batting order from seventh to the three-hole and is on pace for 35 homers and 100 RBIs. Mets, Astros, A-Rod highlight first month 2015-04-29T04:00:00Z I add my voice to the people who recognize that an important part of the strategy of the game occurs because of a pitcher in the batting order. Adam Wainwright Injury Should Reignite Designated Hitter Debate 2015-04-27T04:00:00Z On Wednesday, they did the majority of their work in the third inning, cycling through the entirety of the batting order. Nationals’ bats take a wrecking ball to hopes of sweep by Wade Miley, Red Sox 2015-04-15T04:00:00Z The big right-hander initially was in the batting order in place of Justin Morneau, who was hit in the neck by a ball while running the bases on Tuesday night. Rosario’s homer in 10th drops Brewers to 0-3 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z Rosario initially was in the batting order in place of Justin Morneau, who was hit in the neck by a ball while running the bases Tuesday night. Rosario’s pinch homer lifts Colorado over Milwaukee in 10 2015-04-09T04:00:00Z His idea was almost retro, in its emphasis on the role of the manager in setting a batting order, rather than on efficient roster construction. When Fantasy Sports Beat Real Ones 2015-04-06T04:00:00Z He was dropped to seventh in the batting order during the regular season for the first time in 19 years and he went 1 for 2 in a 6-1 loss to Toronto. Monday’s Sports In Brief 2015-04-07T04:00:00Z There is still plenty of firepower in the batting order. Angels appear stronger than last season 2015-04-04T04:00:00Z When asked about his preferred spot in the batting order, Taylor said he would be excited for any opportunity to play. Michael Taylor likely to lead off for Nationals on Opening Day 2015-03-30T04:00:00Z Coach Darren Lehmann's intervention halted it to a degree, but that did not stop questions being asked throughout the tournament, particularly as he shifted himself up and down the batting order. The captain Australians hate to love 2015-03-29T04:00:00Z He’s also looking forward to the revamped batting order. White Sox pitcher Quintana is poised to move into limelight 2015-03-03T05:00:00Z The batting order also appears to be mostly set except for right field and designated hitter. Indians start spring training anxious to improve 2015-02-24T05:00:00Z Alderson keeps saying, we will contend with all our great young pitching, but the so-called "meat" of the batting order, even with "Duffy" Cuddyer, continues to look more like chopped liver! Max Scherzer Set to Give Nationals an Overpowering Rotation 2015-01-19T05:00:00Z "We think he slides into Robin's batting order perfectly and adds depth to a very versatile lineup." Melky Cabrera signing becomes official 2014-12-16T05:00:00Z And yes, the Mariners could seamlessly slide the switch-hitting Cabrera into the vacant spot in right field and the No. 2 spot in the batting order. GM Jack Zduriencik says Mariners not close to any deal 2014-12-08T05:00:00Z Well, yes, the Mariners could seamlessly slide the switch-hitting Cabrera into the vacant spot in right field and the No. 2 spot in the batting order. GM Jack Zduriencik says Mariners not close to any deal 2014-12-08T05:00:00Z But if another of the objectives of this short series was to expose the less experienced members of the batting order to pressure situations, it was a useful exercise. England win a small step - Hughes 2014-12-03T05:00:00Z And unlike his first two full seasons when there was little protection around him, Seager was no longer asked to be the anchor of Seattle's batting order. Mariners' Seager finalizes $100M, 7-year contract 2014-12-02T05:00:00Z Unlike his first two seasons when there was little protection around him, Seager was no longer asked to be the anchor of Seattle's batting order. AP Source: Seager, M's agree on $100M, 7-year deal 2014-11-24T05:00:00Z Rather, the young second baseman became an integral player, quickly moving up to second in the batting order and finishing the regular season with a .305 average. A sampling of editorials from around New York 2014-11-05T05:00:00Z Harder than blowing through the Giants’ batting order. Royals’ Ventura pays tribute to friend with gem 2014-10-29T04:00:00Z The walk brought up the last two spots in Detroit’s batting order, and the Tigers do not have a deep bench. Showalter guides Orioles into ALCS matchup with KC 2014-10-06T04:00:00Z Jordan Spieth, on the other hand, was the second youngest USA rookie ever and so impressive was he that he headed the batting order in the Sunday singles. Ryder Cup 2014 review: our writers’ best player, match, highs and lows 2014-09-29T04:00:00Z Those single digit numbers were particularly special: they harkened back to a player’s place in the batting order, which is why Ruth was 3 and Gehrig was 4. Derek Jeter: A Portrait Of The Shortstop As A Managerial Triumph 2014-09-26T04:00:00Z Sharma was promoted to the top of the India batting order in January 2013, and made 52 against England in Cardiff. Injured Sharma out of England tour 2014-08-29T04:00:00Z In the third inning, the Nationals cycled through their batting order, beginning and ending with Denard Span. After string of close games, Nationals win big over Diamondbacks, 8-1 2014-08-20T04:00:00Z In fact, Hamilton told Scioscia last week in Anaheim he would be fine with being dropped in the batting order. Angels catch A's for first in the West 2014-08-17T04:00:00Z If a fielder misbehaves, he is demoted down the batting order, and so on. Should cricket introduce red and yellow cards? 2014-08-12T04:00:00Z DETROIT: Top three starters are the last three AL Cy Young winners; triple crown winner anchors batting order. The Times' baseball rankings 2014-08-02T04:00:00Z He allows Williams the luxury of getting through the heart of the opposing batting order even if it comes up in the eighth inning and not the ninth. All-Star Tyler Clippard represents entire Nats bullpen 2014-07-14T04:00:00Z Now, with holes filled, the batting order is applying more pressure on pitchers. Washington Nationals show depth matters as much as having surefire all-stars TEXAS: Losing combination: Rangers go 19 games without using same batting order, and go 4-15. The Times' baseball rankings Nationals manager Matt Williams tinkered with his batting order in Bryce Harper’s fourth game back after a long stint on the disabled list. Justin Ruggiano homers; Cubs cool off Nationals 7-2 2014-07-04T04:00:00Z Williams tinkered with his batting order in Bryce Harper’s fourth game back after a long stint on the disabled list. Nationals lose 7-2 to Hammel, Cubs 2014-07-04T04:00:00Z “We’ve been talking about David for a while, and we need him,” said manager Mike Scioscia, who has kept Freese in the bottom third of the batting order since June 17. Oberholtzer hit hard in Astros’ 5-2 loss to Angels 2014-07-04T04:00:00Z If Harper, who went 1 for 3 while batting sixth again Wednesday, suddenly is moved up higher in the batting order, would the promotion be for the right reasons? Bryce Harper’s mouth makes Matt Williams’ job as Nationals manager even tougher The Mets have changed his position on the field and his place in the batting order, and Collins said Murphy never complained. Trade Talk Grows With Murphy’s Value 2014-07-02T04:00:00Z Williams said on Monday the daily lineup situation was “fluid,” but Washington’s entire batting order and fielding roles remains identical following the 7-3 win. Nats’ Williams on Harper: ‘I’ve got Bryce’s back’ 2014-07-01T04:00:00Z With a few switches in the batting order, and an impressive performance by young starter Nick Tepesch, the Rangers ended their longest losing streak in nearly nine years. Rangers end 8-game skid with 5-4 win over Twins 2014-06-28T04:00:00Z Jon Jay replaced Bourjos in center Saturday night, and manager Mike Matheny changed three spots in the batting order to accommodate the move, announced less than a half-hour before the first pitch against Cincinnati. CF Bourjos late scratch from Cardinals lineup 2014-05-24T04:00:00Z Williams’s hands-on style became evident early in the season while he moved Harper throughout the batting order during the outfielder’s slow start. Bryce Harper’s mouth makes Matt Williams’ job as Nationals manager even tougher Instead, the slugger was back his customary No. 3 position in the batting order Tuesday. Brewers activate Braun, put Ramirez on DL 2014-05-13T04:00:00Z Apparently, the bully hens get turned off by the sticky stuff, so they stop picking on hens lower down the batting order. Yankees Pitcher Michael Pineda Suspended for Pine Tar Incident 2014-04-24T19:27:41Z For two years, the middle of the ’ batting order, once the stuff of legend, looked more like pillow stuffing: soft and pliable and devoid of the power that usually propelled the bombers in the Bronx. Yankees 7, Red Sox 4: New Faces in the Middle of the Order Power the Yankees Over the Red Sox 2014-04-12T20:51:10Z Williams isn’t the first manager to move a struggling hitter down in the batting order. Reid: Matt Williams wastes no time putting his stamp on Washington Nationals 2014-04-10T18:29:00Z Ellsbury, who went 2 for 4 and knocked in a run, was in the third spot in the batting order for the second day in a row. Another Injury Shelves David Robertson 2014-04-08T03:08:13Z Williams’ approach includes shifting the batting order more than was anticipated in Viera. Boswell: New Washington Nationals Manager Matt Williams is aggressive, sometimes to a fault 2014-04-05T00:10:49Z As expected, Castro moved up to his familiar No. 2 spot in the batting order. Cubs Game Day: Updates vs. Pirates 2014-04-03T18:40:00Z But there is one aspect that won’t be difficult — writing “Robinson Cano” in the third spot of the batting order and going from there. Robinson Cano gives Mariners the No. 3 hitter they’ve been lacking 2014-03-28T21:35:35Z "But things are a bit clearer now, which is good going to Chittagong tomorrow. Our batting order is strong enough to compete with anything, especially on a good wicket like this one here." England lose to India in T20 warm-up 2014-03-19T17:11:00Z It’s ready for instant replay, but not the 3-3-4-6-7-7-7-8 batting order. Boswell: Taking a swing at the Washington Nationals’ opening day lineup 2014-03-16T18:13:51Z Weeks said seeing his name atop the batting order for the Orioles’ first Grapefruit League game was “a confidence builder.” Orioles notebook: Jemile Weeks gets off to a nice start in Baltimore’s spring training opener 2014-03-01T00:31:04Z Any sort of batting order, though, will be hard to come by, at least initially. Virginia baseball taking No. 1 preseason ranking in stride 2014-02-13T17:16:32Z For one thing, Greenberg hit behind him in the batting order, protecting him, making sure he got better pitches to hit, and Kiner hit .313, the highest average of his career. Ralph Kiner, Slugger Who Became a Voice of Mets, Dies at 91 2014-02-06T22:19:35Z The adjustment takes time, and before Abreu fits into the Sox batting order, he must feel comfortable as a young man in a strange world. Jose Abreu traveled a long way to join White Sox 2014-01-25T21:19:00Z "The pace rocked the batting order in the first Test and we never quite recovered." End of an era for England - Flower 2014-01-05T10:15:48Z Rangers manager Ron Washington plans to play Choo in left field and utilize him at the top of the batting order. Rangers introduce outfielder Shin-Soo Choo 2013-12-28T02:08:20Z After that, England took advantage of a slower, more abrasive pitch that was much better suited to their brand of bowling and worked their way through the home side's batting order. England arrive late at Ashes party 2013-12-27T10:26:06Z Both men were revitalised in Melbourne as they took advantage of a slower, more English-style pitch to dismantle the Australian batting order. Ashes catch-up: Brett Lee floors Piers Morgan 2013-12-27T09:02:21Z "They found a better combination in the batting order by the Oval, while England were coming off a bit, probably thinking everything was fine. " How Lehmann transformed Australia 2013-12-18T14:40:07Z This would kill two birds with one stone by giving England a fourth seamer and lengthening the batting order. Dropping Swann could help England in Perth 2013-12-10T07:23:35Z It is a huge blow to England, which could previously rely on a flow of runs — most scored quickly — from Prior at No.7 in the batting order. Cricket: English Wicketkeeper Struggles to Break Long Slump 2013-12-04T10:36:06Z It immediately weakens the batting order and England now need to decide who bats at number three in the second Test at Adelaide, which begins on 5 December. Bell should bat at three - Stewart 2013-11-26T07:53:27Z England must also decide who replaces Trott at number three in the batting order for the second Test in Adelaide, which starts on 5 December. Stokes backed to replace Trott 2013-11-25T22:57:07Z Australia player ratings by Jim Maxwell Australia finished the 2013 Ashes in better shape than they started it and looked like they had finally settled on a batting order. Marks out of 10: England & Australia player ratings 2013-08-27T08:39:16Z Australia's own batting order might yet look settled, their bowling attack more grizzled. England collapse was no isolated slump 2013-08-09T19:31:17Z The principle difference between the sides has not only been runs but also the way the runs have been scored: they are almost all dashers in Australia's batting order, even Clarke plays shots. England's work is far from done 2013-08-05T19:39:20Z Eastlake coach Rob Chandler said he doesn’t pay much attention to statistics and doesn’t worry about the batting order. Eastlake Little League continues to dominate in Northwest Regional tournament 2013-08-04T07:59:32Z Captain Michael Clarke will move down one position in the batting order to number five, with Phil Hughes climbing from six to four. England drop Finn and recall Bresnan 2013-07-18T10:24:39Z He deliberated his batting order and settled on a lineup that, yes, included Saenz. Before Football, Jets’ Ryan Mastered Table Baseball 2013-07-15T00:48:13Z They have an offense that is currently functioning well throughout the entire batting order. Despite rebuilding hiccups, Mariners are becoming fun to watch again 2013-07-12T04:54:55Z But when Orioles Manager Buck Showalter selects his batting order, he will lean on matchups. Alexi Casilla’s three-run homer powers Orioles to 6-3 win over Indians 2013-06-26T04:01:59Z But his problems in the middle of the Yankees’ batting order help explain the team’s recent lack of offensive punch. Wells Tries to Regain His Early-Season Form 2013-06-21T02:16:18Z In any case, privatisation of RBS is "some way off", said Osborne, and Lloyds is top of the batting order for a sale of shares. George Osborne's shift on bad bank model is welcome 2013-06-19T19:46:01Z It's not just one part of the batting order. Rangers losing streak 5 after 6-1 loss to Toronto 2013-06-16T00:34:09Z But now, instead of sending the first baseman down, the discussion is whether to move him up in the batting order. Bats: Ike Davis Stands Taller in the Batter's Box 2013-06-04T17:42:05Z He said he wouldn't even consider moving any of his starters up in the batting order ahead of .205-hitting Darwin Barney. Pitchers' hits keep coming for Cubs 2013-05-31T02:46:00Z But even if the batting order were at full strength, offense won’t carry the Nationals. Washington Nationals’ pitching must be what carries the team 2013-05-28T00:51:00Z |
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