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04-12-2013, 04:07 AM
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The fair-foul argument is not valid. Every player at the time had the opportunity to use the fair-foul hit to their advantage. The fact that Barnes was the best at it should not be a criticism of his ability, but an acknowledgment of his talent. We can only measure a player's accomplishments by comparing them to the others players of the day using the rules of the day. We don't diminish the abilities of 300 game winners of the 19th century for their wins from a 45 or 50 foot pitching distance, or Babe Ruth's HRs to a 298 ft right field line. In fact, we celebrate them. Also, Barnes led the league in doubles and triples multiple times. I don't believe those hits were all the result of fair-foul hits.
Last edited by GaryPassamonte; 04-12-2013 at 06:16 AM. 
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