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Originally Posted by BobbyStrawberry
A big difference with now vs. earlier eras is that sacrificing contact for power is not only acceptable now, but for many players, the best way toward a big payday. Guys like Schwarber (with his .199 BA and 43 HRs) are super valuable and highly sought after in the current game.
Of course, the Acunas and Corbin Carrolls with speed and power are the gems, but there are only so many of those guys
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Kingman was ahead of his time.
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