Quote:
Originally Posted by packs
Those OPS+ numbers are nice and do jump out at you but he played 102 games in 1968 and 106 games in 1972. His counting stars aren’t great in those years though he did continue to walk like a beast.
I just don’t think you could call him elite. But when I look at Clemente in the same time period I see the same player he was in his prime.
That’s all I’m trying to say.
|
In 1970, Clemente played only 108 games. In 1972, he played 102.
Games Played, 1968-1972
Kaline: 603
Clemente: 612
I am failing to see the difference or why Kaline's 2 injury years should prevent him from "elite", while Clemente is not given the same treatment for the exact same thing.
My only strong opinion is that they should be held to the same standard.