Characteristics Desired by Batting Order

1. High on base percentage & speed

2. Contact hitter & speed to avoid double play

3. Highest average & drives ball (prefer switch hitter)

4. Power hitter

5. 3rd or 4th best average & RBI person

6. Mid range average & potential to move up in order

7. Mid range average & potential to move up in order

8. 2nd lowest average, but starter due to defensive ability

9. Need defensive ability in line up