Gold Glove Can't Help Wright Throw to First

My initial reaction? The inclusion of Andruw Jones amongst the honorees yet again is all you need to know about the validity of these awards. For Jones, fat and sloth-like in centerfield this past season, it is the 10th time he has received the distinction, and at this point, it appears he can coast onto Rawlings' list on reputation alone. Which brings us back to Wright, whose erratic throws have been much maligned amongst his own fan base, prompting some to suggest a move to 1st base (a la Kevin Youkilis) might not be a bad notion - with or without Alex Rodriguez in Queens. David has worked tirelessly to improve his play at the hot corner, however, does anyone think Wright would have won this award if he wasn't a superstar in New York City coming off an MVP-type season? Of course not. Moreover, Colorado, which lead the Majors with a team fielding percentage of .989, was not deemed worthy of a single representative amongst Rawlings' assemblage of golden leather. I wonder if they'll blame the thin air? Slugging percentage, fielding percentage - it's all the same thing?