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Spanky · 08-18-2003, 07:22 PM

Legends League Update (08-18-03)

I just thought I'd post this note to let all interested parties know where I'm at with regards to the "Legends League" of All-Time great players.

My initial project was nearly completed as I had gone from 1900 to the mid-1990's before my files became corrupt. This may have been due to a couple of factors such as 1) playing some games as I was in the middle to adding/deleting players; 2) Using the Restore/Backup feature too often and; 3) Most likely because I was transferring the data from one computer to another for the sake of convenience (working at work and home).

While in the middle of the 1990's the my old program suddlenly would not import any more players. I tried everything I could think of to recover but nothing worked (talked about being bummed out after 100's of hours of hard work!).

Well, I did the only thing I could under the circumstances - I started over! Presently, I'm 1/2 way done with the 1970's
and using only one computer and making more frequent backups and not using the restore/backup feature in OOTP (which, works just fine for 99% of one's activities).

The good news is that I've included even more players than before and have paid closer attention to each players "durability ratings." In addition, I'm working a little slower than before on this project but its possible that I may have it completed sometime before the end of the year (there are many more teams in the 70's, 80's, & 90's. But, it will be well worth the wait.

I'm currently playing a league composed of the great players from 1900 to 1920 and its a blast in a half! The games are always exciting and usually won by 2 runs or less. Pitching in that era dominates and the HR is practically non-existent since, at the time, there were no HR greats. Its a lot of small ball tactics and substitutions. Every run is at a premium and getting the lead is a big pyschological boost. Relief pitching is so very important as well as good gloves in the field.

Personally, I can't wait to play games with the likes of Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson, Tom Seaver, Roger Clemens, Nolan Ryan, and so many more pitching against Babe Ruth, Barry Bonds, Mark McGuire, Willie Mays and on and on.

So, hang on to your hats folks - the Legend Express is on the way. Let's just hope that Markus keeps us old timers in the loop as he upgrades OOTP. By the looks and feel of it, I'm confident he will.

Regards
Spanky

08-18-2003, 07:22 PM	#7
Spanky Major Leagues Join Date: Apr 2003 Posts: 307	Legends League Update Legends League Update (08-18-03) I just thought I'd post this note to let all interested parties know where I'm at with regards to the "Legends League" of All-Time great players. My initial project was nearly completed as I had gone from 1900 to the mid-1990's before my files became corrupt. This may have been due to a couple of factors such as 1) playing some games as I was in the middle to adding/deleting players; 2) Using the Restore/Backup feature too often and; 3) Most likely because I was transferring the data from one computer to another for the sake of convenience (working at work and home). While in the middle of the 1990's the my old program suddlenly would not import any more players. I tried everything I could think of to recover but nothing worked (talked about being bummed out after 100's of hours of hard work!). Well, I did the only thing I could under the circumstances - I started over! Presently, I'm 1/2 way done with the 1970's and using only one computer and making more frequent backups and not using the restore/backup feature in OOTP (which, works just fine for 99% of one's activities). The good news is that I've included even more players than before and have paid closer attention to each players "durability ratings." In addition, I'm working a little slower than before on this project but its possible that I may have it completed sometime before the end of the year (there are many more teams in the 70's, 80's, & 90's. But, it will be well worth the wait. I'm currently playing a league composed of the great players from 1900 to 1920 and its a blast in a half! The games are always exciting and usually won by 2 runs or less. Pitching in that era dominates and the HR is practically non-existent since, at the time, there were no HR greats. Its a lot of small ball tactics and substitutions. Every run is at a premium and getting the lead is a big pyschological boost. Relief pitching is so very important as well as good gloves in the field. Personally, I can't wait to play games with the likes of Sandy Koufax, Bob Gibson, Tom Seaver, Roger Clemens, Nolan Ryan, and so many more pitching against Babe Ruth, Barry Bonds, Mark McGuire, Willie Mays and on and on. So, hang on to your hats folks - the Legend Express is on the way. Let's just hope that Markus keeps us old timers in the loop as he upgrades OOTP. By the looks and feel of it, I'm confident he will. Regards Spanky