Defensive Ratings

With the strat range ratings published it is now time to take a look at what the 2011 season will bring regarding the IronPigs team defense.

At present, LVI is blessed to have an infield that is almost up to the lofty standards set by Outlaw Josey Wales. LVI features a "1" at 1b, 2b, and 3b with the lone blemish being a "2" at ss.

Similar to OJW, our outfield defense leaves a bit to be desired. We are considering emulating the defensive strategy of the successful Lake Champlain Cannibals and fielding the famed "Easter Island" defensive outfield. At present, our outfield consists of Vladimir Guerrero sporting a nifty "5" range rating and the defensive upgrade of Luke Scott with a "4".

Management is considering drafting a player like Andres Torres who would be asked to cover all of the fair territory in the outfield and Guerrero and Scott would be limited to fielding foul balls. We believe that this strategy would also allow management to reduce operating expenses by eliminating the position of the two "ball girls" who were formerly stationed in the outfield foul territory. Guerrero and Scott would be able to provide this important service as part of their routine duties.

If anyone has a troublesome "one year wonder" center fielder that they are not interested in tendering a contract, IronPig management would be interested in discussing the possibility of a trade.