What is everyone's dream starting lineup now that we have Crawford and Gonzalez? Here's how I would play it:
1) Crawford
2) Pedroia
3) Gonzalez
4) Youkilis
5) Ortiz
6) Drew
7) Scoot
8) Salty/Tek
9) Ellsbury
I like the speed combination of Ellsbury/Crawford at the 9 and 1 spots. I know this is not a probable lineup but you have a good combination of going from L/R hitters making it tough for opposing managers and their relievers. I still don't understand why everyone says Crawford is a #2 hitter instead of leadoff. The man has won the stolen base title 4 yrs.