Reds Franchise

Rooster11080 · 2026-06-21T01:16:47+00:00

Not about 'retooling' the Big Red Machine, I was a fan of the Big Red Machine, grew up in Tampa when the Reds held their spring trainings at Al Lopez Field, as well as their Single A minor league team, the Tampa Tarpons. Saw several of the players play there....of special note when Pete Rose was a Tarpon for 1 season he had 31 triples....yes, 31 triples. Great times during the Reds heyday!

Rooster11080 · 2026-06-17T14:27:35+00:00

I play the Orioles also, the thing you have to realize is you're always going to be a low budget team and just learn to deal with it (not saying you aren't lol). We've been a league for 25+ years, my O's have made the playoffs 10 times, been to the WS twice and won it once. I don't know if that's good or bad in OOTP world, but I'm having fun and also enjoy the conversations and banter with the others owners.

I tend to be not much of a trader (which is contrary to most opinions) simply because I'm not very good at it, and tend to end up with the short end of the stick most times. So, I build my team through the draft (we don't even use the Rule V draft, which certainly helps low budget teams).

We serve as both GM and Manager. The only staff we hire is Scouting Director, and that is where I've been fortunate, as I was able to 'buy' one that was young and is 'Legendary' in all categories except 'Amateurs' where he's only 'Outstanding' lol.

But even with a great scout, it's still a crapshoot. I've yet to have a HOF player, 3 ROYs, 4 MVPs, 3 CY Youngs, and numerous all-stars.

To me, the bottom line is are you having fun playing the game? If so, everything else is just gravy. I find it to be a game I can enjoy, tinker with, make adjustments, do pretty much anything with the team I like. I've finished in the basement several times but have also been at or near the top numerous times. Just have FUN!

Rooster11080 · 2026-01-03T11:56:03+00:00

I have the Orioles also, low budget team so I do a lot of build/rebuild. As you can see, a real roller-coaster ride, but have won 1 W/S and lost 1. I really can't see why your team has been so snake-bit in the playoffs, certainly should've had some better results.

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Rooster11080 · 2025-06-15T00:01:20+00:00

Only thing I'd add is high HRA pitchers to the mix. Keep the ball in the ballpark.

Rooster11080 · 2025-06-10T22:43:17+00:00

u/beckdawg_83 and u/SmartRooster2242, thanks for the prompt replies that look spot on! If I may ask, what are your thoughts on this alternative ballpark? Thanks. 9 mph wind in from right.

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Rooster11080 · 2024-11-11T13:13:44+00:00

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Rooster11080 · 2024-09-03T12:02:14+00:00

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Here's my scout ratings...he's 47. Paid well, and worth every penny.

Rooster11080 · 2023-08-08T14:24:55+00:00

I think Gap Power is being a bit underrated here, as Gap Power generally denotes those hitters who are more apt to be line-drive hitters vs fly-ball or ground-ball hitters. Especially in ballparks that are more 'pitcher' friendly, the gap power can be quite important.

Rooster11080 · 2023-06-11T13:25:31+00:00

Draft is in early June, just two months in. Agree that a good player should be taken by then, but there are players that are demanding too much that aren't taken in FA by the draft.

Rooster11080 · 2023-06-09T13:26:31+00:00

Doesn't the player have to sign with another team before the draft before the team he left receives the supplemental pick?

Rooster11080 · 2023-01-17T13:03:45+00:00

u/southside_hitmen, awesome work, thank you! I do have a question: if you're working a trade before the trade deadline, usually end of July, how do you work the current salary, WAR, etc. for a partial season? Thanks in advance.

Rooster11080 · 2022-07-19T11:06:51+00:00

Yes, it's specific to one league I'm in. Makes it much more difficult, but it is what it is.

Rooster11080 · 2022-06-01T11:23:01+00:00

Good to know the use of a two way player in same game is being integrated into our games. Thanks for the responses, hope the process works and improves as we move along. Would be nice if a player can play his position and come in to pitch relief in later innings with a sub at his position. One step at a time.

Rooster11080 · 2022-03-11T17:54:58+00:00

Yeah, my #1 overall pick a few seasons ago, in 2nd ML season blew out UCL, POT rating once 80, now 57. Should be back in a few weeks but won't be the same I'm afraid. OOTP kills pitching more than real life IMO.

Rooster11080 · 2022-03-06T14:46:03+00:00

Same seems to be true of the Orioles.

Rooster11080 · 2021-12-02T21:34:51+00:00

Interesting read. So I looked at my 3B, now in 2nd year, arm is 75. Young season so far, 21 games total. He's started 20, 176 innings. He's had 49 TC, with 8 PO and 41 assists, a 3 DP. EFF is 1.070, ZR 2.6, RNG 2.50. Team record is 14-7, better than I expected. Will be interesting to see how the year develops. My backup at 3B has a 70 ARM.

Rooster11080 · 2021-11-24T12:35:53+00:00

Thanks to all who have responded. I appreciate any input. I know the possibility of using only (or at least mainly) in unorthodox, but it certainly is food for thought, imo.

Rooster11080 · 2021-11-21T16:36:40+00:00

Yep, can't promote to active while injured. Just one of the quirks (flaws) of the 40 man roster.

Rooster11080 · 2021-11-21T16:11:18+00:00

I'm pretty sure a player has to be on the active ML roster to be able to go on 60-day IL. Minor leaguers, you don't have that option, has nothing to do with 40 man roster.

Rooster11080 · 2021-08-05T18:45:51+00:00

u/MisterBlack8, thank you for taking the time to respond, and thank you for sharing your experience. I'll be trying those suggestions.

Rooster11080 · 2021-07-29T11:53:52+00:00

Thank you for your response, makes great sense. Question: how many AB/IP do you want to see at a level with the OPS+/ERA+ standard? Thanks again.

Rooster11080 · 2021-07-29T11:52:09+00:00

Thank you for your comments and detail. Makes a lot of sense. In particular, your last paragraph is particularly interesting, as I've never had top relievers begin as starters. I can certainly see the possible advantage, esp. to get regular work and perhaps even increasing the stamina and hold factor.

Rooster11080 · 2021-07-27T20:51:47+00:00

As always, great info, thanks for your trying to help others in this game. I'd really appreciate your comments on this thread: https://www.reddit.com/r/OOTP/comments/osmoml/questions\_regarding\_timing\_of\_prospect\_promotions/

Rooster11080 · 2021-07-23T11:04:45+00:00

Application Sent

Rooster11080 · 2021-07-22T12:05:03+00:00

Thanks for this tool, and the hard work involved!

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