A lot has been made about OBP as it relates to the lead off hitter. Some say Weeks needs to get on base more often to be successful in that spot in the lineup, others say Hart doesn't get on base enough to bat there, some have suggested batting Kendall leadoff to take advantage of his OBP. My question is: does OBP really matter for leadoff in particular? I think too much emphasis is placed on this spot in the order. Does a leadoff man lead off that many innings other than the first? Wouldn't you want a good overall hitter there since that guy is going to get more ABs per game? Your thoughts are appreciated.