Dan Minette wrote:
> No, I think it is mostly due to training and nutrition.
> That's why I chose just before opening day. There
> wouldn't be time to learn the new techniques. Indeed,
> I'd argue that there may not be enough time when someone
> is 21. IIRC, ball players use to use spring training
> to get in shape. Now most are in shape when they
> arrive.
>
Doesn't that make the comparison rather meaningless though?
I am in agreement with Zim that there isn't any accurate
way to compare the players x years ago with those of today's
game.
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Doug
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Helpless and speechless and breathless
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