Utility vs DH

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Utility vs DH

March 12, 2019, 10:23:56 AM

Gents:

I've had a request to add a section on our spreadsheets for Utility players. I can do that, but it requires a lot of work to make the change consistent across the spreadsheets.

Would anyone object to me eliminating the DH section of the rosters and substitute a Utility section? Right now we have a total of 10 DHs signed to contracts (out of 14 total). I imagine we have a lot more guys who would be considered Utility players (I have two myself in Ian Happ and Adam Frazier).

David

Re: Utility vs DH

Reply #1 – March 12, 2019, 12:43:57 PM

I have no issue with it.

How many DH's are there who never play the field at all? It can't be many, if at all. I'd list the 'DH's' under whatever position they play the few times they are in the field.

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Reply #2 – March 12, 2019, 02:11:34 PM

I'd be in favor of UTIL eliminating a spot for DH. Same reasons you and Brendt mention.

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Reply #3 – March 12, 2019, 05:04:56 PM

I think that is a good idea. I have a player listed as a DH in JD Martinez he played a lot of outfield so I'd still consider him an outfielder.

On that note, from time to time I notice players are listed incorrectly by error (Ahmed listed as a 2b) or change in position from when they were drafted (Iglesias listed as a starter). I've avoided asking because I assume it would be some work for you all, but when you have some down time I'd like to request a change or two. Or if there is a way to self edit I would be happy to do that also.

Re: Utility vs DH

Reply #4 – March 13, 2019, 08:26:49 AM

Quote from: thebuland – on March 12, 2019, 05:04:56 PM

I think that is a good idea. I have a player listed as a DH in JD Martinez he played a lot of outfield so I'd still consider him an outfielder.

On that note, from time to time I notice players are listed incorrectly by error (Ahmed listed as a 2b) or change in position from when they were drafted (Iglesias listed as a starter). I've avoided asking because I assume it would be some work for you all, but when you have some down time I'd like to request a change or two. Or if there is a way to self edit I would be happy to do that also.

Just let me know and I'll make the changes. It's not an issue. I'd prefer that the spreadsheet is accurate.

Re: Utility vs DH

Reply #5 – March 14, 2019, 02:26:49 PM

I'm in favor of the utility position addition.

Of course I have several players that fit the description of three or more positions.