[Karl Pagel Blues]

I understand that as players age certain physical deterioration occurs. (I feel it myself every day!)

If Mike Trout's outfield range and arm decrease as he passes his mid-30's, I understand. But why do his error numbers also worsen? Just because he isn't getting to balls that he caught before doesn't mean that he's also automatically dropping more outs or making bad throws that result in an 'E'.

The same applies to all position players. Yes, they don't have the range or arm that they used to, but does that have to mean they're also making more errors?

Not necessarily, in my opinion. What do you guys think?