Cardinals lineup and the revival of Chris Duncan

The Cardinals have had a few questions in their lineup this offseason, between Adam Kennedy being released, Skip Schumaker going from the outfield to 2nd, and Troy Glaus being out for a month. The Opening Day lineup will most likely look like this:

1. Skip Schumaker, 2B

2. Ryan Ludwick, RF

3. Albert Pujols, 1B

4. Rick Ankiel, CF

5. Chris Duncan/Brian Barton, LF

6. Joe Mather, 3B

7. Khalil Greene, SS

8. Pitcher (most likely Chris Carpenter)

9. Yadier Molina, C

Once Troy Glaus comes back, the offense should improve.

What has been surprising to me during Spring Training is the revival of outfielder Chris Duncan.

.248, 6 homers, and 27 RBIs... a year to forget in 2008.

Dunc struggled greatly in 2008, hitting just .248 with 6 home runs and 27 RBIs in 76 games – and this was two years removed from a 22 HR season in 2006. Today alone, he was 2 for 3 with a 3 run homer. He is hitting .385 so far, with 2 homers and 10 RBIs.  I have been very surprised, and I hope things turn out for the better.

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