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I've never given much thought to isolated power as the main factor in run production---Though this may change my mind. I generally thought OPS was the main factor.
I've looked at many leagues in 20xx--most all the leagues in the PC tournaments since 2012 (not just the ones I played in)--and Runs scored is almost dead on with OPS. Usually at least 11 of the 12 teams fall right in. When there is an exception, it is usually fast running/higher BA teams, but as I see it that is more due to taking extra bases than stolen bases.
Maybe the tendency of most new ballparks to be small HR type parks has really elevated isolated power--the fielding is tight because OF don't need to cover a lot of ground. How many singles really fall between the infield and outfield any more unless it's in the Gap anyway--not sure if it translates directly into Strat--but I sure can see it.