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And Spring Training “counts” in terms of reps at a new position, so potentially you have 25 games or so for a guy to gain experience. I have used this to extend the capability of utility players. I try to be realistic, and the game cabins the ability to be too adventurous with new positions.
Another thing I do in the Editor is change the numbers (0-200) for player frequency at various positions. For example, if a guy is rated at 200 for 1B, but I know he would rarely if ever play there for me, I reduce that to 100 or 50. Then I might increase, say, his OF number from 100 to 200, if that will be his regular position for me. That only indirectly affects his fielding ratings, but it’s another way to make his profile consistent with intended use. (Some would see this as a “cheese”, as the position frequency is based on history, and I am, in effect, changing history. I don’t see it as creating any unfair advantage.).
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