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I think Bourn is still the more productive player, even with the loss in speed.
Though I think he should be hitting 9th instead of leadoff. If he can provide solid outfield defense, some speed and on-base ability, he's the more productive player than a busted Swisher who is relegated to DH or a poor defensive player.
I would agree, but Bourn has not shown the ability to get on base since he's been here, is only a SB threat because of his reputation, and hasn't had the same success stealing bases when he does attempt to.
No denying Bourn provides more flexibility, but he's provided just as little as Swish since they've come here. And if Swish can train in the off-season for RF again, as we saw in the PD a while back, it makes it a no contest, IMO.
Not to mention, Swish provides a boost to the clubhouse, ALA Giambi/Tito, that the players feed off of. It may not be much, but when neither player is productive, it's something to consider when comparing the two.
Don't get me wrong, neither has provided much of anything & I wish we could deal both.