Official 2011-2012 Texas Rangers' Offseason Thread

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Originally Posted by jthig32

Who on the ticket did this? Because while "fat bats" (meaning big sluggers who are typically three true outcome hitters) do tend to break down faster, a peak at 23 sounds ridiculous. I very, very seriously doubt this "study".

Junior said it this morning around 7:00. He went into a lot of detail about it and I dont remember everything he said. Trying to find his source.. Granted, it's a muser but its not Gordo. lol

Most guys are rookies at the age of 23. Who exactly peaks in their rookie season?

Well, Prince Fielder for one. That was the year he hit 50 HRs and 119 RBIs. Although I guess you could make an argument for his 25yr season where he hit 46 and 141 (albeit at more bats, and with fewer runs).

Edit: Here is something, not quite it though
http://mlbreports.com/2012/01/16/tall-heavy/

Further edit: I think this is the real info. VERY interesting
http://www.fangraphs.com/blogs/index...e-fielder-age/

In order to attempt to predict what Fielder will do over the life of his next contract, we should compare him to players with similar body types. Jeff Zimmerman has put together a list of 205 players who weigh more than 3.25 lbs per inch of height in order to construct an aging curve. To put that in perspective, a 6’0″ tall player would have to weigh a minimum of 234 lbs in order to be included in the sample.