Looking at just batting numbers doesn't work in this case because Gomez's speed is such a weapon. Basically Gome'z speed and power equals out any OBP edge Kotsay has. Its why Gomez has had the better season so far offensively despite have a sub .300 OBP. Kotsay, Gomez, and Boggs all look to be the same value offensively but one plays superior defense, one would likely play average defense and one is a terrible defensive player who was already made a DH due to his glove last season.