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...7. Speed is an overated tool....
I agree that a pro team places a premium on power hitters. A truly great hitter doesn't need much else in the way of tools. However, few hitters are great everyday. Great pitching can always dominate so having speed is still a very good thing to help on defense or on the bases in a low scoring game when you are not hitting HR's. I heard one college coach (and ex-professional) say "speed never had a slump."