I think Maddon is overdoing it, again.
Word is that he will start Tommy LaStella at third base,
move Bryant to the big LF area, and move Schwarber to RF.
Why mix and match now?
LaStella is not a starter. He is not the best infield defender
(Baez). And Coghlan has more power than LaStella,
which is more important in a close game with a fastball
pitcher like Cole on the mound.
No, you play your best your best eight starters from the start of the game.
If Schwarber is a liability in the wide acreage of LF, move him to right field.
He has already played a couple games there. Then insert Coghlan in LF,
and keep Bryant at his natural position, third.
With Arrieta on the mound, there should be less emphasis on defense because
he is a strike out pitcher with command. Against Cole, you need quick offense
and power bats in the lineup.
