Toronto Blue Jays: Picking the Optimal Batting Order

By Vinnie | Sep 14, 2016

Aug 3, 2016; Houston, TX, USA; Toronto Blue Jays third baseman Josh Donaldson (20) celebrates with first baseman Edwin Encarnacion (10) after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning against the Houston Astros at Minute Maid Park. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports /

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Sep 13, 2016; Toronto, Ontario, CAN; Toronto Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin (55) hits a two run home run in the sixth inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Rogers Centre. Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-USA TODAY Sports /

7. Russell Martin

The Jays are very fortunate to have a guy like Martin hitting so low in the batting order to continue the onslaught of damage.

Although he doesn’t hit for a great average, he offers a chance to change the game with one swing of the bat. He’s shown us in the past that he comes up with timely home runs and base hits.

Martin has so much experience in the post-season and doesn’t shy away from the moment. He is the heart of the bottom of the batting order and keeps pitchers on their toes. If the pitcher doesn’t focus, he’ll make them pay.

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