Dave Kingman had a career OBP of .305. So, no, Billy Beane NEVER would have "loved a lineup full of Kingman's." Now, if you want to say he would have loved a lineup full of Bellhorns, Thomes, Chois, etc., I'll agree with you. Olney QUOTES Beane as saying: When I started, I would've taken nine Dave Kingmans -- lots of home runs and lots of strikeouts, as long as they draw some walks," Beane said So, yes, Beane did say that. So, instead of accusing Olney of falsifying quotes, maybe you should keep an open mind.