Ben Zobrist is expected to bat third or fifth on Opening Day.
Zobrist is expected to bat third or fifth on Opening Day, Carrie Muskat of MLB.com reports.
Analysis:
With Anthony Rizzo expected to bat fourth, manager Joe Maddon wants Zobrist and Kris Bryant to create a "Rizzo sandwich" on most days, but hasn't decided if Zobrist will bat third or fifth. Regardless of where he lands, he'll have many RBI opportunities throughout the year.
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