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But the most important reason to believe that steroids give a structural advantage to hitters is that home runs increased greatly in the steroid era.

Matthew Yglesias » PEDs 2010

One of the presumed drawbacks for leadoff hitters is the lack of RBI opportunities they get hitting with no one on base in the first inning and (in the NL) hitting behind the pitcher most of the rest of the time.

Leadoff hitters can carry extra value for fantasy teams 2008

While the top tier of power hitters is a little more crowded, the overall home run rate this season is down — again.

When it comes to home run rates, knowledge is power 2008

It's not difficult to see that I've been seduced by some of the grand hitters from the big publishing houses of late and I'll confess the teetering booktowers of Babel have been far too tempting while I've been home having myself a restful convalesce.

A sprinkling of Salt? Nay 'tis a veritable pillar. 2008

It's not difficult to see that I've been seduced by some of the grand hitters from the big publishing houses of late and I'll confess the teetering booktowers of Babel have been far too tempting while I've been home having myself a restful convalesce.

A sprinkling of Salt? Nay 'tis a veritable pillar. 2008

Trading one or more of them for protectable hitters is an even better idea.

Get lowdown with midseason check-up 2008

It's not difficult to see that I've been seduced by some of the grand hitters from the big publishing houses of late and I'll confess the teetering booktowers of Babel have been far too tempting while I've been home having myself a restful convalesce.

45 entries from March 2008 2008

Good low ball hitters from the left side of the plate, such as designated hitter David Ortiz and right fielder J.D. Drew, will take away Fogg's ability to use his slider effectively out of the strike zone.

Scout's take: Fogg vs. Matsuzaka in Game 3 2007

• The best way to approach the Yankees hitters is to "pitch to contact," that is, throw strikes and rely on your defense.

USATODAY.com - New York's weakness could be veteran arms 2006

• The only way to approach the Twins 'big hitters is with velocity.

USATODAY.com - Twins underrated on offense, in bullpen 2006