[eric7064]

Quote: Originally Posted by WaitTilNextYear

Performance and attribute boosts are not equivalent. High morale doesn't make you run faster, jump higher, throw harder, swing better. It may put you in better spirits and you may get better results, but your physical talent has not changed. Big difference. Also, how is a Dominican player who speaks Spanish having a "compatriot" on his team at all a good comparison for an American in a Russian hockey league? Are you suggesting Spanish speaking players are a rarity in MLB as English speakers would be in Russia? That analogy is a stretch at best. Latino culture is everywhere in MLB. I would buy this comparison for Japanese players, but again, they are a very small minority in MLB.

I highly doubt a players speed will change. Maybe contact. Fielding and such. I just think your being a bit nitpicky. The analogy is fine. If your a Cuban player it'd be nice to have another Cuban on the team. Or Venuzualen. That's like saying British/American are the same because they speak English.