PABF.NET Opens its doors!

alvaman · 01-15-2003, 04:45 PM

The Pan American Baseball Federation is a fictional 16 team league that will begin play in 2008.

I currently belong to 3 great ootp online leagues, the ABA, ACL & HHBC, and am starting a league of my own. I am an active owner in those leagues and look for the same kind of dedication for the PABF.

Currently 4 of the 16 teams are taken:
San Juan Crusaders
New Haven/New York Ninjas
Las Vegas Sandbaggers
Louisville Bats
additional cities/teams can be owner defined (subject to commish approval)

League Settings:
-16 teams (4x4)
-Financials will be used
-Coaches Off
-once the franchises are set, we will draft/name our own stadiums from of a selection of 31

Some nice features of the PABF:
*automated draft board
*team stat graphs (as seen in the (ABA & ACL)
*sortable team stat tables (as seen in the HHBC,ABA & ACL)
*draft kit will be created/provided to aid team in making the initial draft go smoothly

Additional Info:
5 seasons have been simmed (2003-2007) by comp to create a initial draft pool of 900 players with a varied range of experience and ratings. So, for the initial draft players will be able to be evaluated by ratings and stats. For example: Do you draft the 34 year 2 time MVP or 25 year old top prospect?

Thanks,
alvaman
PABF.NET

spleen1015 · 01-15-2003, 04:47 PM

You definitely don't want to miss this one folks.

LivnLegend · 01-15-2003, 05:26 PM

I am in the ABA (Ft. Worth Roadrunners) and have seen alavaman's extracurricular work first hand. It is first rate!

Good luck with the league venture!

Cooleyvol · 01-15-2003, 06:19 PM

Definitely a FIRST RATE owner in the ABA and one hell of an 'add on' guy!!

No doubt this will be a well thought out and super league to be in.......

Don't miss this one guys, this guy is a definite 'up and comer'!

Good luck Manny with the league!

Swan · 01-15-2003, 07:18 PM

I've bought OOTP a few weeks ago and have been completely addicted to this game... it is so awesome! I think I am getting a hang of the nuances, and I would like to try out for your new league. Your league sounds perfect for what I'm looking for. If you don't mind a rookie, I would like to be in.

alvaman · 01-15-2003, 10:22 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Swan
If you don't mind a rookie, I would like to be in.

Rookies are welcome in the PABF

If you can send me an email with more information I will get back to you within 1 day.

Name:
Age:
AIM/ICQ/YIM:
City/Team Preference:
Other Leagues you are in:

Thanks,
Manny

Hammer755 · 01-16-2003, 02:42 AM

Let me add to the others by saying I think this will be a top notch league. Manny is one of the most dedicated owners out there, and I expect nothing less from him as a commish.

His statistical analysis add-ons are first rate, as well as his commitment to starting this league. He has discussed the league with me on several occasions, and it is something he has been thinking about, planning and working on implementing for a long time.

I wish I had the time to join another league, because this would be the one. The automated draft board & draft kit for the player dispersal that Manny created should make this the smoothest-run initial draft ever.

Rpmbucs · 01-16-2003, 08:20 AM

As a Commish an owner like Manny is a wonderful thing to have. I would highly reccomend him and any league he would create. I have no doubts this will be a top of the line league . Anyone that is considering joining a league right now should seriously consider looking into this league. Openings should be hard to come by once its filled .This looks to be a great opportunity !!

Michael Xavier · 01-16-2003, 10:58 AM

Manny has a league!? Most excellent, just don't let Bill "Bird" Traxler join it.

JDScorch · 01-16-2003, 12:36 PM

How can I not sign up with all this praise

Application sent. Jim

Wilt · 01-16-2003, 01:16 PM

"If you are going to join one league all year, make it this one!"
Rex Reed

"Do not miss this league! Five Stars!"
Gene Shallit

"Two thumbs WAAAYY up!"
Siskel & Roeper, At The Movies

potatoman · 01-16-2003, 03:41 PM

ill join...pm me for info

caleb1740 · 01-16-2003, 04:09 PM

Caleb Jennings
17
CashMoneyBGW
Cashmoneybgw@aol.com
Commish of TEABL currently at the tradeing deadline of our second season.
I have been looking for an inital draft league to join for some time now so this is exciting to me.

crackpott · 01-16-2003, 04:09 PM

wow, it's always a good start to have plenty of veterans praise the league before it even gets off the ground.

Cooleyvol · 01-16-2003, 05:12 PM

Not really praising the league--praising the man.

Manny is one hell of an owner and his knowledge of the game is tops!!

This HAS to be a great league judging by all the things he's added to the ABA!

Michael Xavier · 01-16-2003, 05:25 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Cooleyvol
Not really praising the league--praising the man.

Manny is one hell of an owner and his knowledge of the game is tops!!

This HAS to be a great league judging by all the things he's added to the ABA!

My sentiments exactly.

MannyTrillo · 01-16-2003, 09:21 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by crackpott
wow, it's always a good start to have plenty of veterans praise the league before it even gets off the ground.

Hey, the bottom line is that this is by *far* the best OOTP league out there that doesn't actually exist yet.

alvaman · 01-16-2003, 11:16 PM

PABF Update:

Thanks to everyone for all the responses and emails about joining the PABF...

I have been going thru emails and will announce all the franchises over the next couple of days.... I have been and will respond to evryone who has expressed interest. I look forward to the challenge of making the PABF a solid league.

In addition to the:
-San Juan Crusaders
-New York Ninjas
-Las Vegas Sandbaggers
-Louisville Bats

The PABF has added more teams!
-Portland Vipers
-Lincoln Abes ?!?!??!
-Texas Lonestars
-Havana Sugar Kings

More teams will be announced tommorow!

Thanks,
Manny A

PABF.NET

alvaman · 01-18-2003, 03:51 AM

PABF Update:

We are still going through the emails and have awarded a few more franchises

The PABF is proud to welcome the:

Arizona Outlaws
Edmonton Huskies
Memphis Knights
New Orleans Mudcats
Mexico City Matadors
& Chicago Zephyrs

The rest will be filled this weekend!

Thanks,
Manny

alvaman · 01-20-2003, 08:17 AM

The PABF is now full!

Based on all the responses for the league openings we decided to start with 20 teams instead of 16.

Here are the 2008 PABF Franchises:
NORTHEASTERN TEAMS
Louisville Bats
New Jersey Warriors
Washington Federals
Carolina Conquest
New York Ninjas

NORTHWESTERN TEAMS
Vancouver Vipers
Edmonton Huskies
Chicago Zephyrs
California Dragons
Lincoln Abes

SOUTHEASTERN TEAMS
Santo Domingo Admirals
Miami Renegades
Havana Sugar Kings
Memphis Knights
San Juan Crusaders

SOUTHWESTERN TEAMS
Las Vegas Sandbaggers
Mexico City Matadors
Texas Lonestars
New Orleans Mudcats
Arizona Outlaws

It looks like we have a great core of owners who will help make the PABF a good solid league for many seasons.

Thanks to everyone who applied! Also thanks Matt, Scott, Mark. Bob, Michael E,
Ben, and Michael T for the boost in this thread.

Now the real work begins

01-15-2003, 04:45 PM	#1
alvaman Minors (Double A) Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 113	PABF.NET Opens its doors! The Pan American Baseball Federation is a fictional 16 team league that will begin play in 2008. I currently belong to 3 great ootp online leagues, the ABA, ACL & HHBC, and am starting a league of my own. I am an active owner in those leagues and look for the same kind of dedication for the PABF. Currently 4 of the 16 teams are taken: San Juan Crusaders New Haven/New York Ninjas Las Vegas Sandbaggers Louisville Bats additional cities/teams can be owner defined (subject to commish approval) League Settings: -16 teams (4x4) -Financials will be used -Coaches Off -once the franchises are set, we will draft/name our own stadiums from of a selection of 31 Some nice features of the PABF: automated draft board team stat graphs (as seen in the (ABA & ACL) sortable team stat tables (as seen in the HHBC,ABA & ACL) draft kit will be created/provided to aid team in making the initial draft go smoothly Additional Info: 5 seasons have been simmed (2003-2007) by comp to create a initial draft pool of 900 players with a varied range of experience and ratings. So, for the initial draft players will be able to be evaluated by ratings and stats. For example: Do you draft the 34 year 2 time MVP or 25 year old top prospect? Thanks, alvaman PABF.NET __________________ Email Manny PABF - San Juan Crusaders - Commish - Defunct CBL - Edmonton Trappers - 6.5 LBA - Sarinelos Screamers - Defunct

01-15-2003, 05:26 PM	#3
LivnLegend Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: 100% pure adrenaline! Posts: 5,624	I am in the ABA (Ft. Worth Roadrunners) and have seen alavaman's extracurricular work first hand. It is first rate! Good luck with the league venture! __________________ Excess ain't rebellion. You're drinking what they're selling.

01-15-2003, 07:18 PM	#5
Swan Major Leagues Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 315	I'm interested in joining... I've bought OOTP a few weeks ago and have been completely addicted to this game... it is so awesome! I think I am getting a hang of the nuances, and I would like to try out for your new league. Your league sounds perfect for what I'm looking for. If you don't mind a rookie, I would like to be in.

01-16-2003, 02:42 AM	#7
Hammer755 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 2,348	Let me add to the others by saying I think this will be a top notch league. Manny is one of the most dedicated owners out there, and I expect nothing less from him as a commish. His statistical analysis add-ons are first rate, as well as his commitment to starting this league. He has discussed the league with me on several occasions, and it is something he has been thinking about, planning and working on implementing for a long time. I wish I had the time to join another league, because this would be the one. The automated draft board & draft kit for the player dispersal that Manny created should make this the smoothest-run initial draft ever. Last edited by Hammer755; 01-16-2003 at 02:48 AM.

01-16-2003, 08:20 AM	#8
Rpmbucs Minors (Double A) Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: South Bend, Indiana Posts: 117	As a Commish an owner like Manny is a wonderful thing to have. I would highly reccomend him and any league he would create. I have no doubts this will be a top of the line league . Anyone that is considering joining a league right now should seriously consider looking into this league. Openings should be hard to come by once its filled .This looks to be a great opportunity !! __________________ Robert Ex-South Bend Studebakers-OOL KC Royals- NBSL Baseball Union- Pitsburgh Ochorios- Jamaica League

01-15-2003, 04:47 PM	#2
spleen1015 Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 6,008	You definitely don't want to miss this one folks.

01-15-2003, 06:19 PM	#4
Cooleyvol Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Union City, TN Posts: 6,383	Definitely a FIRST RATE owner in the ABA and one hell of an 'add on' guy!! No doubt this will be a well thought out and super league to be in....... Don't miss this one guys, this guy is a definite 'up and comer'! Good luck Manny with the league!

01-16-2003, 10:58 AM	#9
Michael Xavier Major Leagues Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Evansville, IN Posts: 456	Manny has a league!? Most excellent, just don't let Bill "Bird" Traxler join it. __________________ OOTP since March 2002

01-16-2003, 12:36 PM	#10
JDScorch Minors (Triple A) Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Minnesota Posts: 234	How can I not sign up with all this praise Application sent. Jim __________________ SO49 Minnesota Giants 1955, 1959, 1969 Champs MCBL Chicago White Sox 1954 amd 1956 Champs MLBC Philadelphia Phillies 1959, 1960 and 1974 Champs

01-16-2003, 01:16 PM	#11
Wilt Minors (Double A) Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: in the paint Posts: 179	"If you are going to join one league all year, make it this one!" Rex Reed "Do not miss this league! Five Stars!" Gene Shallit "Two thumbs WAAAYY up!" Siskel & Roeper, At The Movies __________________ Blank until I can find my tripping penguin again!

01-16-2003, 03:41 PM	#12
potatoman Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: New Jersey Posts: 2,410 Infractions: 0/1 (1)	ill join...pm me for info

01-16-2003, 04:09 PM	#13
caleb1740 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Indiana Posts: 57	Caleb Jennings 17 CashMoneyBGW Cashmoneybgw@aol.com Commish of TEABL currently at the tradeing deadline of our second season. I have been looking for an inital draft league to join for some time now so this is exciting to me. __________________ Willie Dean - 17.7ppg, 5.2rb, 2.5as, 1.7st 1st team all Big-10

01-16-2003, 04:09 PM	#14
crackpott Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Toronto Posts: 2,961	wow, it's always a good start to have plenty of veterans praise the league before it even gets off the ground. __________________ Abandoned Planet - Check it out. The photos don't suck anymore.

01-16-2003, 05:12 PM	#15
Cooleyvol Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Union City, TN Posts: 6,383	Not really praising the league--praising the man. Manny is one hell of an owner and his knowledge of the game is tops!! This HAS to be a great league judging by all the things he's added to the ABA!

01-16-2003, 11:16 PM	#18
alvaman Minors (Double A) Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 113	PABF Update: Thanks to everyone for all the responses and emails about joining the PABF... I have been going thru emails and will announce all the franchises over the next couple of days.... I have been and will respond to evryone who has expressed interest. I look forward to the challenge of making the PABF a solid league. In addition to the: -San Juan Crusaders -New York Ninjas -Las Vegas Sandbaggers -Louisville Bats The PABF has added more teams! -Portland Vipers -Lincoln Abes ?!?!??! -Texas Lonestars -Havana Sugar Kings More teams will be announced tommorow! Thanks, Manny A PABF.NET __________________ Email Manny PABF - San Juan Crusaders - Commish - Defunct CBL - Edmonton Trappers - 6.5 LBA - Sarinelos Screamers - Defunct

01-18-2003, 03:51 AM	#19
alvaman Minors (Double A) Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 113	PABF Update: We are still going through the emails and have awarded a few more franchises The PABF is proud to welcome the: Arizona Outlaws Edmonton Huskies Memphis Knights New Orleans Mudcats Mexico City Matadors & Chicago Zephyrs The rest will be filled this weekend! Thanks, Manny __________________ Email Manny PABF - San Juan Crusaders - Commish - Defunct CBL - Edmonton Trappers - 6.5 LBA - Sarinelos Screamers - Defunct Last edited by alvaman; 01-19-2003 at 12:28 AM.

01-20-2003, 08:17 AM	#20
alvaman Minors (Double A) Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 113	The PABF is now full! Based on all the responses for the league openings we decided to start with 20 teams instead of 16. Here are the 2008 PABF Franchises: NORTHEASTERN TEAMS Louisville Bats New Jersey Warriors Washington Federals Carolina Conquest New York Ninjas NORTHWESTERN TEAMS Vancouver Vipers Edmonton Huskies Chicago Zephyrs California Dragons Lincoln Abes SOUTHEASTERN TEAMS Santo Domingo Admirals Miami Renegades Havana Sugar Kings Memphis Knights San Juan Crusaders SOUTHWESTERN TEAMS Las Vegas Sandbaggers Mexico City Matadors Texas Lonestars New Orleans Mudcats Arizona Outlaws It looks like we have a great core of owners who will help make the PABF a good solid league for many seasons. Thanks to everyone who applied! Also thanks Matt, Scott, Mark. Bob, Michael E, Ben, and Michael T for the boost in this thread. Now the real work begins __________________ Email Manny PABF - San Juan Crusaders - Commish - Defunct CBL - Edmonton Trappers - 6.5 LBA - Sarinelos Screamers - Defunct