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Analyzing the Best Top of the Order in Baseball
The landscape of Major League Baseball is always shifting, especially as rosters are adjusted through trades and signings. Recently, the signing of superstar Juan Soto to a staggering $765 million contract stirred discussions about the best batting lineups in the league. With Pete Alonso officially back with the New York Mets on a two-year deal—who could opt out after the first season—there's been renewed interest in which teams feature the most formidable top of the order. In this analysis, we’ll explore the potential of various lineups, ranking them according to their strength.