Starting pitching isn’t the only aspect of the Padres roster that was set to endure change over the offseason, as San Diego’s lineup has more holes that need filling than first imagined.
Luis Arraez remains on the open market; the team may trade Jake Cronenworth, and Ryan O’Hearn has officially signed a two-year contract with the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Amid all of the questions being asked about what the Padres' lineup will look ahead opening day, below are our best guesses to who will fill spots 1-9 in the batting order, as well as what position each player will be at.