Shortstop X:
- 11.4 RARP per 150 games
- 23.7 RARP per 150 games
- 23.1 RARP per 150 games
Shortstop Y:
- 4.1 RARP per 150 games
- -1.6 RARP per 150 games
- -8.4 RARP per 150 games (shortened by injury)
One of these players was recently half of a one-for-one trade, dealt in exchange for a 28 year old innings eater with an above-average ERA. The other player is probably going to be non-tendered tonight, as his team has made a move for someone more popular.
Way too many executives in the game today just have no idea how to evaluate the importance of defense.