When it comes to who will be the Chicago Cubs’ leadoff man in the 2025 postseason, there’s no better answer than Nico Hoerner. The second baseman has been a model of consistency this season at the plate and is riding a crazy hot streak into October. The fact that Hoerner is within bat’s reach of a National League batting title only strengthens his case to secure the leadoff spot going into the playoffs.
While Hoerner has been on an absolute heater in September (.359 batting average), his consistency all season has been the real story.