Lucas: Ackley Ignites Offense From Leadoff
Posted Jun 11, 2008
Mike Fox is usually quick to diffuse any questions about his batting order with one simple--and very true--point. "We only hit in that order one time, you know," pointing out that the leadoff man is only guaranteed to hit leadoff in the first inning. Sure, he wants a hitter who can get on base, but he also wants a hitter who can produce runs when the lineup is jumbled in the late innings.
(Tar Heel Blue)
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