Vic has for the most part changed his approach at the plate (with the exception of AB's when he is purposefully swinging for the fences). He has been hitting to put the ball in play and dump it into the outfield for base hits. I think he would be fine at the top of the order and would surely be better than Ells. I would like Pedey second...maybe Nava, depending on who is pitching.
Desperate for somebody to protect Ortiz but we just don't have anybody. As I type, Rodney walks Ortiz on four pitches. I think we weil see more and more of that.