While the Chicago Cubs are pondering their long-term approach to the leadoff spot, the crosstown Chicago White Sox face no such dilemma.
Shortstop Tim Anderson is entrenched at the top of the White Sox batting order, and he'll look to show the rival Cubs and their fans why as the teams begin a much-anticipated, three-game interleague series at Wrigley Field on Friday.
"For us, there is that certain level of pride playing that team from the North Side," White Sox right-hander Lucas Giolito said. "I'm looking forward to this series. It's going to be a lot of fun.