We can clearly see the work Jo Adell has put in and is been making some impressive at bats. A more compact swing and improved contact rates are promising signs of development. If he can maintain a strikeout rate in the 20 to 25% range while increasing his walks, that could greatly enhance his value as a hitter.
I would say placing him in the lead-off spot seems like a strategic move, especially with his combination of speed and power. It could give your team an early offensive boost and set the tone for the rest of the lineup, similar to trout.
1. Adell Rf (let him run! similar to an Acuna mold of role, with out the star power
2. Rendon 3b. With Rendon ability to control his at-bats, make contact, Wash can do so much with him and Adell
3. Trout Cf, I'd keep Trout in the 3-hole. He's in a really bad slump.
4. Ward Lf, big run producer
5. O'hoppe C, perfect spot for him
6. Sano DH
7. Schaneul 1b, He starting to finally hit again, not really seeing the power that I hoped, but he still showing a good eye and hitting the ball
8. Drury
9. Neto