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Is there a compromise that would keep Redlegs in the league?
Got Matsui! on
July 24, 2024 8:59 AM
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Ha! You're right, I totally misunderstood the rules. Whatever, I'm new here and happy to see how it goes.
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All that said, this league structure may not be for everyone, and that's fine. There are plenty of other league structures out there that don't employ these rules. To each their own. Personally, I like the complexity and having to navigate the salary cap and keeper rules because it keeps things interesting even when my team is a hot fucking mess late in the season, like mine is now. I can prioritize the younger cheaper talent and look ahead to next year. Happy to trade away some vets!
lordporkchop on
July 23, 2024 3:28 PM
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I mean, the rules are pretty clearly posted and shouldn't be a surprise to anyone. Having said that, if you keep a 40 man roster of active MLBers, your salary will increase by $80. This is by design; the idea is that we don't want everyone keeping their entire roster intact. Like a true MLB roster, some tough decisions may have to be made to remain below salary cap, and to keep players circulating in the auction pool. If you're full of young cheap talent, max +$80 shouldn't be a huge problem.
lordporkchop on
July 23, 2024 3:26 PM
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$33 at most? What are you talking about. If you had a team full of major leaguers, you roster is going to go up a minimum of $80 alone. It's ok. This is the third year in the league. During the auction 2 years ago, two people quit within a week after having the best player voted and auctioned off their team. After last season, we lost 2 more due to this rule. We struggled to find enough people to keep the draft and league from being cancelled, but we still are keeping the same rule in effect.
Redlegs on
July 23, 2024 3:16 PM
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Doesn’t voting off players only affect one guy? And you can get him back at a discount in the auction (as I did with Happ). Not sure I see what the big deal is. Arbitration only adds at most, what 33 dollars to your roster, if everyone gangs up on you? I think you get plenty benefit from good drafting under these rules, balanced against the need to keep it fresh with a good auction each year.
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IMO, drafting well and building is insurance against the vote off. Because only one player gets voted off, the deeper and better your team, the less likely you lose the player you will miss most. Further, it has tended to be the expensive stars that get plucked (Acuna for me this year for instance). Losing a guy sucks, but being able to replace with someone else's loss can cushion the blow. But I get your frustration. We can look for replacement owner if you'd like.
lordporkchop on
July 22, 2024 9:20 PM
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If anyone has a friend who wants to finish off the season with the team I have, lmk. I see zero logic in playing in a keeper league then losing a player by vote or his salary increased by 20x to keep him. Kind of defeats the purpose of drafting well and building up your team. Why trade for prospects, when they can be voted off at the end of the season? No point in building for the future with this moronic rule.
Redlegs on
July 22, 2024 8:48 PM
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3 way tie for 5th place in wins. Need a starter?
Redlegs on
July 22, 2024 8:35 PM
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The book of Bo bichette was a very short read!
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time to update that team name it seems
lordporkchop on
July 22, 2024 10:50 AM
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Thanks!
Got Matsui! on
July 15, 2024 12:01 PM
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The game limit coincides with the general number completed by each team prior to our playoffs beginning; so still a "full slate".
lordporkchop on
July 15, 2024 11:29 AM
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I believe the regular season ends early so that we can have a playoffs as well. There are two options. 162 game season winner take all regular season. Or the shorter regular season and then a playoffs for top 4 teams
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Sorry if this is a dumb question, why are games allowed not at 162 at each position?
Got Matsui! on
July 15, 2024 11:27 AM
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The idea is to emulate actual teams, who generally play 2 catchers across 162 games: primary may play 115 and secondary something like 47. If we only had one slot you'd have to be juggling constantly. 2 slots allows for a primary/secondary set up without running out of games. You also don't have to fill both spots on any given night.
lordporkchop on
July 13, 2024 10:26 PM
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Would be nice to increase catchers to at least 150 games. Since we can play 2 at a time.
Squeakers on
July 13, 2024 8:26 PM
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Pay attention to games played per position. Some people are already maxing out on games per position
Redlegs on
July 12, 2024 4:25 PM
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I would like a 1B for Yoshida if anyone is interested.
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Why does no one ever send me any trade offers?
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I'm in favor of doing away with the rule.
Got Matsui! on
July 5, 2024 12:27 AM
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I’m definitely not married to it and would be totally fine to get rid of it. I’ve been burned by it before so I know that wasn’t very fun
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Personally, I believe it encourages people to not be as invested in the league as a person who recruits well. What good does it do to research and enjoy the benefits of building your team? You should reap the benefits from drafting well and enjoy the cap room you earned from drafting well.
Redlegs on
July 3, 2024 5:50 PM
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I also like our arbitration rule as it’s a fun additional strategic engagement with this league during the offseason and affects us all equally.
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Personally I think the vote-off ought to stay. Only one player per team, with the ability to get them back - but it allows for some potential competitive balance. I can an argument to not vote off rookies or players in their first 2-3 years of service or something though. Curious to see what others think.
lordporkchop on
July 3, 2024 11:25 AM
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Are we keeping the vote off rule in this league for good?
Redlegs on
July 3, 2024 11:07 AM
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nah.
lordporkchop on
June 24, 2024 11:30 AM
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Haha I’m enjoying all the action lately! Keep the trade offers coming, too!
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Let the man clear waivers!
Got Matsui! on
June 24, 2024 11:23 AM
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Open for trade offers. Anyone is available for the right prospects. I also have cap space if dumping salary is needed for the trade to happen
Redlegs on
June 13, 2024 8:12 PM
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Haha, just b/c you have money to spend doesn't mean you should spend it.
Got Matsui! on
May 25, 2024 9:45 AM
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All that cap room and such weak bids, is that you, Tom Ricketts?!
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Don't you know the rules...if I nominate someone, I'm supposed to get them! : )
Got Matsui! on
May 25, 2024 9:37 AM
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Looking for a catcher. Send me some trades!
Got Matsui! on
April 23, 2024 9:25 AM
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redlegs has jokes. I would rather be where I am right now then where he is! I said what I was going to do this season and as of now and yes it is early I am doing it.
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I don't like the small sample size of Ronel. Long season!
Got Matsui! on
April 8, 2024 9:51 AM
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I would like to congratulate New Sheriff for his World Series win in April 😉.
Redlegs on
April 8, 2024 9:42 AM
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Ronel Blanco, the great feel good story or Tuffy Rhodes 2.0? So curious to see how this bidding goes!
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happy opening day everyone! I hope your team wins today!
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Happy Opening Day! Looking forward to seeing how my team building shenanigans work out this year
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Happy Opening Day to all who celebrate!
Got Matsui! on
March 28, 2024 6:42 AM
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I believe you are correct doesn’t count
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If a pitcher starts a game and you have him in a relief pitcher spot, the stats do not count, correct?
Redlegs on
March 27, 2024 6:21 PM
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I can tell you it will not be me! I am good with my 9 outfielders lol
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Excited to see who over pays in this bidding war. Hope it’s me lol
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lol someone saw the Scott news.
Cruz'in USA on
March 26, 2024 1:48 PM
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huh well its not letting me connect to the draft any more, we'll see how long it takes to get back in
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auctions always take a lot longer than regular drafts; hopefully you dont miss too much time. i think you'll be alright though if you can get in before too terribly long.
lordporkchop on
March 24, 2024 6:36 PM
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I unfortunately will be a little late to the draft due do to work, I'll just hop on when I can and go from there.
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not sure if you'll be able to do it from your phone or not. I suppose it's worth a shot though if you need to. Pretty sure you'll have to log in via fangraphs first though or else the league will appear but you wont be able to interact and manage your team. good luck.
lordporkchop on
March 24, 2024 6:20 PM
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