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FWIW, Manny and Ortiz have both expressed preference to hit in the 3rd spot. As recent as March 30th Manny has expressed his disappointment:

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When Ramirez was informed that Ortiz would bat 3rd and he would be the cleanup hitter, he was disappointed. Manny wants to hit third.

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hahaha, so do it like grade school. 'how about NEITHER of you gets to hit third, let's let kevin do it, see how patiently he's been waiting his turn?'