These percentile rankings are a score to indicate how Gene Michael ranks among all historic players for several skill categories. For example, a percentile of "85% Power" would indicate a player among the top 15% of players in raw batting power, and a percentile of "Speed 3%" would indicate a player that is among the slowest players in the history of the game. These percentiles are entirely based on career statistical accomplishments for players with over 500 games played or 500 innings pitched, so may not accurately reflect an intangible ability.
Batting & Fielding Skills
Contact
21%
Power
28%
Bunting
47%
Drag
39%
Vision
25%
Discipline
50%
Clutch
32%
Durability
51%
Speed
31%
Arm Str
82%
Arm Acc
77%
Reaction
75%
Fielding
45%
Stealing
40%
Baserunning
35%
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The Detroit Tigers had a solid season in 1970, finishing with a respectable record. Their...
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