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Remember that you have at most 14 options for at least 8 lineup spots, most likely even less. A lot of those will be filled by players that are simply your best for this position against any kind of pitcher. Add injuries and rest for catchers and you're down to even less choice.
Maybe in some, rare, cases there is no clear winner between two position players and this might give one of those a slight edge, but for me it is more likely that defense or speed on the basepaths would make the difference.
The most likely scenario for me is if you don't have a Ortiz-style designated designated hitter, but fill the position depending on who is available. Because positional requirements and defense aren't factors there, two bench players with similar overall batting capability, but differing styles (contact vs. power hitter) might compete for the slot.
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