One of the most consistent things about the Cubs under manager Joe Maddon has been the team’s inconsistent starting lineup. Including Friday, the team have used 37 different batting orders in 42 games this season.
The most common Cubs starting lineup this season has featured Kris Bryant, Anthony Rizzo and Javier Baez hitting second, third and fourth, respectively. Outside of that, the lineup has featured:
-Five leadoff hitters,
-Five No. 5 hitters
-Eight No. 6 hitters
-Nine No. 7 hitters
-12 No. 8 hitters
-10 No. 9 hitters
On the one hand, this should come as no surprise to anyone.