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he hits better as a 1st baseman.

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WTF does this even mean?

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It is strange but he hits statistically better as a 1Bman than a DH. He says he focuses better when he plays the field. I'm not sure how many ABs he has at DH. It might just be sample size and Giambi being results oriented.

Allthough, on a personal note, I used to play 1B the majority of the time in high school and a few times I DH'd and I'd have to admit, it's harder to stay focused just sitting there for an hour between ABs.

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He has to hit better at one or the other. Doesn't mean it is statistically significant or can be used to predict going forward. Plus, he is injury prone and this will reduce his chance of getting hurt.