Yeah, that’s the contra argument.
Mookie Betts hits leadoff. That works for the Sox.
Trout hits 2nd or 3rd.
Rizzo typically hits 3rd or 4th.
I’m fine with Rizzo anywhere between 2 and 4 but not crazy about hitting him leadoff in the context of this current lineup.
On other hand, if Cubs sign Bryce Harper, I’m good with Rizzo-Bryant-Harper-Baez in that order.
That would work, no?