Zobrist’s steal wheels likely to slow down in second half

In 2009, Tampa Bay’s Ben Zobrist had a huge, unexpected breakout season, which included 27 homers and 17 stolen bases. This season, his earned dollar value remains roughly the same, but in a vastly different manner. With only five home runs, Zobrist’s power has disappeared, thanks to a puny 6% home run-to-fly ball rate. Yet, he has offset that loss by doubling his stolen base pace. After stealing 17 total in 2009, he already has 16 through this season’s first 80 games. Is he a true 30-steal threat? – Read More