Pirates' Andrew McCutchen: Thriving lower in order

McCutchen went 1-for-4 with an RBI and a run during Monday's win over Colorado.

McCutchen has gone 24-for-61 with three home runs, 12 RBI, 15 runs and a 1.119 OPS in 17 games since being bumped down the lineup. He's now hit sixth in each of the past 16 outings, and the demotion has been beneficial for the veteran. He's proven capable of posting huge numbers over prolonged hot stretches in the past, and he's already increased his batting average 51 points during this 17-game stretch.