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Originally Posted by Timofmars
In my experience, the AI is fairly simple. I think some of you give it too much credit. I don't believe they are making assumptions about the player's demands. They just see a highly rated player that is cheap now and not overpriced later, at least no guaranteed salary.
I think the Win Now or rebuild designations just slightly adjust their weighted value towards prospects with potential versus current ability. They still will highly value great players like Lindor, especially if underpaid according to the current contract.
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To expand on this. With no guaranteed money next year it allows them some options. As a human player we are thinking, "Who else is a FA SS next year?" "Do the Dbacks have MI help in AAA who can take over next year?" "Where else can this money be used?" While the AI thinks that "I just improved my lineup!!!"
If the AI planned ahead over two or three years then Marcus and Co. would have one of the best AI in commercial games. As it is, the AI is a three year old who wants ice cream. Dont think it past that point.