Kendrick led off and went 4-for-5 during Friday's game against the Padres.

EDGE Analysis

Continuing a recent trend of batting at or near the top of the order versus left-handed pitching, Kendrick was effective Friday, although that did not translate into any counting stats. He is hitting .344 with a .462 on-base percentage in 64 at-bats out of the leadoff spot this season, and should continue to see opportunities to set the table for as long as he can sustain that level of production.