I used to see this all the time. Then I switched the player evaluation percentages to 85% ratings, 5% for each year (so the computer evaluates players almost exclusively based on their ratings), which is roughly what SkyDog suggested in his thread on player development modifiers.
Now I almost never see useful players/prospects on waivers, which is a case of be careful what you wish for because it may come true. But it is more realistic.
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