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Originally Posted by ToTheBackstop
I know where you're coming from -- I've been puzzled that I can have an outfielder who has a plus defensive range but a single-digit (out of 100) speed score; even taking into account the explicit separation between Speed and Range (as per below), it's as stretch to imagine how such a slow-footed player on the basepaths manages to cover so much green on the field ... but I just go with it.
The manual states:
Running Speed is strictly for offensive play. For example, Running Speed does not factor into an outfielder's range. However, Running Speed and Defensive Range are linked internally. For example, as a player ages, his speed and range will generally decline at the same pace.
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When I have that happen, I always assume that the guy is fast but lack base running instincts and technique. For example, maybe he doesn't round bases correctly, or perhaps he is late reacting when the ball is hit. Consequently, he is fast getting to balls in the field, but he is slow running the bases.