Reply to "When does a corner infielder typically get looked at?"

MidAtlanticDad10,000+ posts

Dominik85 posted:
Btw if you are a big corner guy, what would be better?
1. Work on your agility and speed to go from very bad to somewhat acceptable?
2. Really bulk up and try to go from power hitter to moonshot hitter even if it means you get even slower and stiffer?

Fortunately, I don't think working on your power game should be detrimental to your field play. Lots of core, legs, and maybe forearm work. IMO, of the two, power is more important for getting ABs (don't forget DH). I'll add another issue for big guys (including DHs), which is base running. Just another decision point when two guys have similar hitting numbers.

I will also add that the two corners aren't interchangeable. A big guy who can't cover bunts at 3B might be perfectly capable at 1B. If you're borderline capable at 3B, S&A work might give you 3 potential spots in the lineup instead of two.

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