Not using all the tools in your toolbox (stolen bases , sacrifices etc) on a basis chosen by the manager, based on his talent. Is every bit as ridged a line of thinking as saying OBP means , never attempt an steal , because it brings a potential out. I coach football and would love to put my paycheck on the line to play someone who would never attempt a pass, because to out of three results could be bad. I understand the math well. But there is a reason teams have gone to great reliance on d and speed. In a series of well pitched games, even high obp teams need to maximize run opportunites against great pitching. Do the math , but dont eliminate weapons. Coach L