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Do we need to create an account with couch managers to use it?
All My Bichette’s Love Me on February 18, 2022 12:41 AM
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The draft room is set (I think...lol). Follow the link below. Password is otto2022 (case sensitive). Please join the draft room to become familiar with it. Like I said before, it looks a little outdated, but works well. Plus this is the only draft site used by Otto Neu leagues. Let me know if you have any problems. Thanks
https://www.couchmanagers.com/auctions/?auction_id=83Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 17, 2022 8:49 PM
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I’m not familiar with slack and CM, but will be before I retire for the night.
Him Edmonds on February 17, 2022 8:30 PM
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Hey y’all, glad to be back to a 5 x 5, been doing fgpts for several years. Thanks for having me, let’s have some fun (assuming there’s a game).
Him Edmonds on February 17, 2022 8:29 PM
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Hey y’all, glad to be back to a 5 x 5, been doing fgpts for several years. Thanks for having me, let’s have some fun (assuming there’s a game).
Him Edmonds on February 17, 2022 8:29 PM
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The auction will actually be a slow draft. Each owner will need to make two nominations at one time to start. Once an owner starts an auction, the auction is set for 12 hours; however, once it gets to under 8 hours, then the auction goes for 8 and not 12. I'm in a league that uses Couch Managers and it works well. To keep the auction moving, it's important for owners to keep nominations going. Once a player has been won, the person putting the player up, nominates another. Clear as mud; right?
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 17, 2022 11:15 AM
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While we are waiting for a new owner, how exactly does a slow auction work? I presume we aren't doing a slow draft, because we need auction values to assign salaries, right?
Poseylicious on February 16, 2022 8:34 PM
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Hey Guys...We lost an owner, so once we get back to 12, I'll get the slow draft up and running. Even though the lockout continues, the plan is to get the draft set up and ready to go. More to follow.
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 14, 2022 11:59 PM
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Hey I have another Ottoneu league (already established) that had a bunch (5) of owners drop out. Would anybody be interested in a $20 league? Last year's championship team is available for instance so not just crappy teams. We just don't want the league to fold lol.
All My Bichette’s Love Me on February 14, 2022 11:46 PM
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Thanks for the responses regarding the draft. The plan is to have a slow draft, which I hope to set up within the next couple of days. I'll follow up after with the start date. Thanks!
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 12, 2022 11:41 PM
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I'm in support of a slow draft.
Once Upon a Prospect 📖 on February 8, 2022 12:14 PM
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I appreciate the responses regarding the draft. As of now, it's looking like it will be a slow draft, but would like to hear from a few others. If we do a slow draft, the next topic up for discussion will be when it should start. Thanks!
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 8, 2022 12:03 PM
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Like the sound of a slow auction. I'm in.
Poseylicious on February 8, 2022 3:19 AM
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Really like the sound of a slow auction as well!
Milton Bradley's on February 8, 2022 1:28 AM
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Slow auction sounds fine. If you need any help just let me know.
ExtraBases with Happyfaces😁 on February 7, 2022 11:01 PM
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I would prefer March 5. I have a week long business trip before the proposed Feb 27 date. Probably coming home late on the 26th.
Ninja Black Sox on February 7, 2022 5:34 PM
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I’d prefer a slow draft because I work about 50 hours per week, and sundays can be very full with family stuff and kid stuff. But I’ll make whatever work
Hebrew Hammers on February 6, 2022 6:21 PM
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I am down to do a slow auction. Never gotten to do one before! Especially if it means we get to start a bit earlier and work on it over a few weeks.
All My Bichette’s Love Me on February 6, 2022 3:54 PM
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...The slow draft should take 2-3 weeks (I'm guessing). I'm looking for a co-commish who can assist with the league and if necessary with the draft (if we do a slow draft) and importing the rosters. Send me a PM if you would like to take on that role. Thanks!
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 6, 2022 3:07 PM
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...strongly suggested first year leagues with some new players use CMs. I trust his opinions and suggestions. He also suggested each owner be allowed two nominations, 12 hour auctions with 8 hour extensions. Those can be adjusted as we move along in the draft. This is merely a suggestion, so please let me know what you think. This may also help because of our different time zones and obligations not related to fantasy baseball. If we choose this option, we can get started anytime we all agree.
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 6, 2022 3:02 PM
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Hey Guys. My apologies for the numerous messages, especially regarding the draft. Although I suggested a live draft, the more I think about, I would like to get your thoughts on doing a slow draft. Otto has a partnership with Couch Managers. Once the draft is over, I simply import the rosters. I'm in a league that uses CMs and it's not a bad option. The interface looks dated, but that's not a big deal. The commish of that league is a veteran Otto player and he...
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 6, 2022 2:57 PM
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Anywhere along the lines of 1pm - 11pm pst is good for me. I can wake up a bit early to meet with the draft! I would preferably like drafting on saturday since that would mean I would draft in the sunday morning, but sunday would be fine also.
Milton Bradley's on February 6, 2022 11:03 AM
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I work Sundays so the earliest I can draft those days is probably 2:00.
Bye Tork on February 5, 2022 5:25 PM
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Feb. 27 I am free until 5pm pacific time. March 5 I can make open all day.
ExtraBases with Happyfaces😁 on February 5, 2022 3:34 PM
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Hey everyone. With this being a new league, the draft will take longer than it will in future years. To avoid a long draft day, we may need to have two sessions. Based on some comments below, I think the earliest to have the draft would be February 27th and if necessary, the following weekend. Or we can wait and have the draft start March 5th. Either way, we can complete the draft March 5th or March 6th. Because of different time zones, I would like to start at 12pm (PST). Thoughts?
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 5, 2022 2:43 PM
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Here you go: https://community.ottoneu.com/t/ottoneu-on-slack/5774/269
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 3, 2022 1:21 PM
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I'm not seeing a link
Bye Tork on February 3, 2022 1:17 PM
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Thanks for the information regarding your usernames on Slack. I was able to invite a few, but was not able to add a couple others. You'll need to go to this link as ask to join the Otto Slack channel. Once that's been done, I should be able to add you to our private channel. Let me know if you have any issues. Thanks!
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 3, 2022 1:11 PM
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"Matt Nielsen" on Slack
Bye Tork on February 3, 2022 12:19 PM
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HEY MY USERNAME ON SLACK IS JUST SETHMURPHY, IF YOU WANT TO INVITE ME
Hebrew Hammers on February 3, 2022 12:00 PM
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I set up a private channel on Slack for our league. Send me a message with your username and I'll send you an invite. Thanks,
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 2, 2022 8:33 PM
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@Hey Nelson - I understand having the our league chat on Discord, but because Otto Neu's community is on Slack, I would prefer to have it there.
As for the draft, I would like to have a live draft rather than a slow one. The option for a slow draft is the site couchmanagers, but having been in a league that used that option, the live draft in my opinion is much better.Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 2, 2022 2:07 PM
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Sorry about that. I was trying to multi-task and failed. Try this:
https://community.ottoneu.com/t/ottoneu-on-slack/5774/269Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 2, 2022 2:01 PM
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Tech semi-illiterate here. I don't have slack for any other purpose. how do I join the ottoneu community on slack? the link you posted doesn't seem to work for me. appears to be a dead link? I created a free account on slack.com, but not sure how to connect. Appreciate any help. Thanks.
Poseylicious on February 2, 2022 1:39 PM
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Or discord? I'm already on there and it would be more convenient, but obviously I'm good with whatever the majority prefers. Also, will this be a slow draft? Excited to get things rolling soon!
Bye Tork on February 2, 2022 1:06 PM
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If you're not familiar with Slack, there is an app as well as a desktop version. I may set up a private channel on Slack for our league. I'll let you know if I do. In addition to our league message board and private messages, Slack is another great way to communicate with our league mates.
Looking forward to interacting and getting to know all of you.
Thanks for joining the Boys of Summer.Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 2, 2022 1:00 PM
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I will follow-up later today or this week with some proposed draft dates and times. I'm not sure which time zones you all are in, but the Fortuneville Magnets is in South Korea. With this being a new league, the draft will take "several" hours to complete. As I previously mentioned, we may have to do the draft over two days.
To become more familiar with Otto Neu, be sure to join the Otto community on Slack. Request access here:https://community.ottoneu.com/t/ottoneuBlue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 2, 2022 12:55 PM
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For the draft, if we keep the 27th, can we not do it too late? It is my birthday and have reservations for dinner out. I am in pacific time zone
ExtraBases with Happyfaces😁 on February 2, 2022 12:50 PM
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Sweet! Looking forward to it. What do y'all think about the draft date? I left a comment earlier and someone else said no earlier than Feb. 25th would work for him. I would just prefer later on the 27th if we keep it to that day.
All My Bichette’s Love Me on February 2, 2022 12:46 PM
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Hey everyone. We are full and the draft room is now available for you to review and to get familiar with. The "Auction Draft" tab is near the top of this page. If you want, you can now add players to your Watchlist via the draft room page or by visiting the "Players" tab at the top of this page. Simply click the star next to the players name.
The draft selection for each team is on a timer, so you may want to become familiar with the draft page.Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on February 2, 2022 12:44 PM
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We now have 10 spots filled. Two others have expressed interest and a couple others in line if necessary. Once we get to 12 (hopefully this week), we work on setting a draft date or dates. Thanks for your patience.
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on January 28, 2022 8:46 PM
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Just a heads up that I'm traveling that whole week before, so I'm strongly in favor or draft not happening any sooner than the evening of the 25th. Given the amount of time before the season starts, if that weekend isn't good for people, I'd be in favor of pushing it a little later as opposed to earlier. Just my two cents.
Poseylicious on January 25, 2022 12:58 AM
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Hey CB...Great question and one I think we will have a better answer to once we get three more players. It may also depend on time zones. I'm also open to having the draft prior to that weekend. With several new members to Otto, it might be a good idea to take our time to draft; at least at the beginning.
Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on January 24, 2022 7:03 PM
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Hey question about the draft date. My wife and I are expecting our first and we have a baby shower planned for the 26th and will have family in town and such. Would we be able to push the start time of the draft to that evening and maybe do half that night and half the next night?
All My Bichette’s Love Me on January 24, 2022 6:28 PM
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Some of you may already belong to the Otto Neu community on Slack, but if not, follow this link and make a request to join: https://community.ottoneu.com/t/ottoneu-on-slack/5774/269
The Slack channel has a lot of great information related to Otto Neu and there are a variety of channels to join within the Otto Slack community. I highly recommend it.Blue Crew 🇺🇸 on January 15, 2022 5:49 PM
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Hey everyone. Thanks for joining The Boys of Summer Otto Neu league. I have the draft set for February 27th, but if you want, we can break the draft into two days. With this being a first year draft, it will more than likely take several hours. I'm up for what the group wants.
Otto Neu has a Slack channel which is very informative and is all things Otto. Be on the lookout for an email with an invite. It's not required, but you can learn from many others in the Otto communitBlue Crew 🇺🇸 on January 8, 2022 4:59 PM