Tournament Randomness

Hwilensky · 07-29-2020, 05:57 PM

Why does the computer choose to start random pitchers in tournaments? I have all my settings correct, however, instead of starting with my number one pitcher, it decides to start with my third or fourth starter. Any ideas?

chazzycat · 07-29-2020, 06:06 PM

I like to think the AI is super smart and choosing the best pitcher based on opposing lineups, but honestly, I have no idea. You're definitely not alone.

Will_L · 07-29-2020, 06:50 PM

Guess I've been lucky and never seen this on any of my tourney teams. Always use five starters set to strict order.

Hwilensky · 07-29-2020, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Will_L

Guess I've been lucky and never seen this on any of my tourney teams. Always use five starters set to strict order.

As do I. That is why I don't understand the randomness.

professor ape · 07-29-2020, 07:32 PM

Like Will, I have not had this issue. I set mine to start the highest rested starter and it is behaving as it should.

Will_L · 07-29-2020, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Hwilensky

As do I. That is why I don't understand the randomness.

You have everything set to your control in the settings on the profile page as well? Maybe try that delete old PT files button there?
That's all I got

Thanks for adding that about highest rested starter professor ape. (Are you on the AGEOD forums?)

Hwilensky · 07-30-2020, 03:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Will_L

You have everything set to your control in the settings on the profile page as well? Maybe try that delete old PT files button there?
That's all I got

Thanks for adding that about highest rested starter professor ape. (Are you on the AGEOD forums?)

What do you mean by the settings on the profile page?

chazzycat · 07-30-2020, 12:19 PM

I have done everything possible, it doesn't solve it.

And there's a very good chance the rest of you guys are actually experiencing this as well, but just aren't aware. It happens inconsistently a minority of the time, not every tourney or anything.

Hwilensky · 07-30-2020, 05:38 PM

Another funny thing I noticed. I was in a Bo5 Tournament. They start with my number one starter, I sweep in three, The next game, they wanted to start my number one starter who was at 47%, even though my fourth and 5th starter were at 100%, and all my settings were correct. Just don't understand these glitches, its frustrating, only because one only knows how many times this actually happens.I caught it this once because I happen to be in front of my computer. What happens when I enter the tournament, and dont check back until hours later.

Edit - Just looked at another tournament, and instead of starting with my#1 starter to begin the tournament, it started with my fifth starter. WTF???

chazzycat · 07-30-2020, 07:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Hwilensky

Edit - Just looked at another tournament, and instead of starting with my#1 starter to begin the tournament, it started with my fifth starter. WTF???

yep. this is usually when I notice it. the very first game of a tourney and it's someone other than my designated #1.

bailey · 07-31-2020, 12:32 PM

I had a thought that this happens when you are using the same roster for all 3 tournament slots. I've found that if a make change to one it will affect all 3 even if they are already in progress. (but not always, of course). I thought it chooses the #5 starter for the first game, because the #5 starter is due to start the next game in a different tourney. (again, not always, and maybe just a coincidence).

Will_L · 07-31-2020, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Hwilensky

What do you mean by the settings on the profile page?

The page where you can set control for lineups and such to your control or ai control, the button next to the customize team button

Hwilensky · 08-01-2020, 04:57 PM

It keeps happening! It is ridiculous!! What is the point of setting a lineup or pitching staff if it continues to do what ever it wants. It is something that should be fixed or at least explained as to why it happen. SMDH!! I would rather lose because of my stupid decisions not that of the AI or the program.

07-29-2020, 06:50 PM	#3
Will_L All Star Reserve Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Laurelton, NY Posts: 590	Guess I've been lucky and never seen this on any of my tourney teams. Always use five starters set to strict order. __________________

07-30-2020, 05:38 PM	#9
Hwilensky All Star Reserve Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 701	Another funny thing I noticed. I was in a Bo5 Tournament. They start with my number one starter, I sweep in three, The next game, they wanted to start my number one starter who was at 47%, even though my fourth and 5th starter were at 100%, and all my settings were correct. Just don't understand these glitches, its frustrating, only because one only knows how many times this actually happens.I caught it this once because I happen to be in front of my computer. What happens when I enter the tournament, and dont check back until hours later. Edit - Just looked at another tournament, and instead of starting with my#1 starter to begin the tournament, it started with my fifth starter. WTF??? Last edited by Hwilensky; 07-30-2020 at 06:12 PM.

08-01-2020, 04:57 PM	#13
Hwilensky All Star Reserve Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 701	It keeps happening! It is ridiculous!! What is the point of setting a lineup or pitching staff if it continues to do what ever it wants. It is something that should be fixed or at least explained as to why it happen. SMDH!! I would rather lose because of my stupid decisions not that of the AI or the program. Last edited by Hwilensky; 08-01-2020 at 04:59 PM.

07-29-2020, 05:57 PM	#1
Hwilensky All Star Reserve Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 701	Tournament Randomness Why does the computer choose to start random pitchers in tournaments? I have all my settings correct, however, instead of starting with my number one pitcher, it decides to start with my third or fourth starter. Any ideas?

07-29-2020, 06:06 PM	#2
chazzycat All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 1,685	I like to think the AI is super smart and choosing the best pitcher based on opposing lineups, but honestly, I have no idea. You're definitely not alone.

07-29-2020, 07:32 PM	#5
professor ape All Star Starter Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: The belly of the beast Posts: 1,498	Like Will, I have not had this issue. I set mine to start the highest rested starter and it is behaving as it should. __________________

07-30-2020, 12:19 PM	#8
chazzycat All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2014 Posts: 1,685	I have done everything possible, it doesn't solve it. And there's a very good chance the rest of you guys are actually experiencing this as well, but just aren't aware. It happens inconsistently a minority of the time, not every tourney or anything.

07-31-2020, 12:32 PM	#11
bailey Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 3,315	I had a thought that this happens when you are using the same roster for all 3 tournament slots. I've found that if a make change to one it will affect all 3 even if they are already in progress. (but not always, of course). I thought it chooses the #5 starter for the first game, because the #5 starter is due to start the next game in a different tourney. (again, not always, and maybe just a coincidence).