In game 3 at Coors Field, who sits for the Red Sox, Youkilis, Ortiz, or Lowell? Youk had a hot bat in the ALCS. Ortiz big bat protects Manny as Manny bat protects Ortiz, and taking Lowell's out of the line up hurts too.
Youk and Lowell are interchangeable at third. I don't think you put Ortiz anywhere else except at first base. Will Francona put Lowell or Youk in the outfield?
This will probably come down to game day decisions by Francona. Tito should start the 2 hottest bats.
What say you?
Listened to an interview at lunch with Francona, depends on Ortiz's knee, if he can play first it will be Lowell sitting Youk at third. He won't even entertain the thought of Youk in the outfield or Lowell and second.
I think all 3 will sit one game out but be the pinch hitter when needed. Youk will certainly be Ortiz’ defensive replacement.