Value of a Catcher?
by peachygbc_1 on Oct 30, 2008 12:33 PM CDT
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It got me to thinking what is the value of a catcher as opposed to the other positions on the field? I think that the catcher and shortstop are the two most important defensive positions, but both are viewed differently for offensive production. Is a catcher just as valuable as a starting pitcher? How would you rate the value of a catcher in today's game? Let's discuss.....
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Snooze.
I wish there were a feature for crumpling up a diary and shooting it on a fadeaway into the dumpster.
by brettgardner on Oct 30, 2008 12:36 PM CDT reply actions 2 recs
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These topics get beat to death over and over again. Instead of ejaculating a worthless diary, just use the search box and form your own opinion.
Meaning of life? The aggregate collection of moments that you allow to enter into your consciousness, imo, fwiw, etc. (etc.)
by inactive lsb user on Oct 30, 2008 8:27 PM CDT up reply actions
here's one smart guy's thoughts...
http://www.insidethebook.com/ee/index.php/site/article/fielding_differences_in_the_positions_take_2/
if the average position is worth zero runs, here’s how the others rate over a full season, approximately:
CA: +12.5 runs
SS: +7.5 runs
2B/3B/CF: +2.5 runs
LF/RF: -7.5 runs
1B: -12.5 runs
DH: either -17.5 or -22.5, i forget
Beyond the Boxscore // Calling BJ Upton lazy is lazy.
Does this mean
that a 1B needs to have offensive production 25 runs above a catcher to have equal value?
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