walker has the lead for the job so far. He is a very consistent hitter, he is a lefty, and his defense is not half as bad as people say it is. but hairston is a good fit in the two hole if he can get on base and stay healthy. he has good speed and his defense is better than walker's. dont look at last year for hairston, he was not fully healthy. so if hairston is indeed healthy and can get on base, i say give him the job. and dont kid yourself, neifi wont win it. I have, however, seen dusty do dumber things (patterson leading off or hawkins closing) so i shouldnt speak too soon.