Dog Days Baseball

beorn · 05-10-2010, 07:22 PM

Dog Days Baseball
To join, contact Beorn at dbemont@rochester.rr.com

A fictional league in an entirely fictional country, we are currently wrapping up our 42nd season, so we have lots of history.

24 teams plus 4 minor league levels

We keep it moving!
* 4 sims a week during the season
* sims every day in the off season
* very few missed sims in all the years we have been running
* season takes about 7 weeks of real life time
* off season takes about 12 days

Some outside-the-game-engine features:
* each city has certain built in advantages
* annual organizational goal
* sandwich picks compensation for lost free agents
Commish does not run a team, instead handling these aspects of the league

=> Originally a “stats only” league, with no current player ratings; now we use only vague (1-5) ratings, and scouts, so you still must rely mostly on player performance
=> scouts on… Potential ratings are a somewhat more informative 1-10

We are fine with 1st time online players… It is competitive, but not cutthroat, and lots of us are glad to give help if you are just starting out
Time zone friendly… We have always had more than our share of GMs living outside the US, because we never do chat room drafts, where time zone is crucial

A few other rules in place:
* Strict limits on option years, salary incentives, unbalanced salaries
* rule 5 enabled
* June 1 ammy draft… Rounds 1-3 on forum; remainder in-game
* Hidden players (foreign prospects) enabled
* Morale system enabled
* Interleague play and DH off
* Suspensions off

Dog Days Baseball
Forum
Recent zipped league file, for download -- you can go in as "guest visitor" without a password
To join, contact Beorn at dbemont@rochester.rr.com

nowhere1 · 05-11-2010, 12:03 AM

I emailed you. Check your email please.

beorn · 05-13-2010, 05:04 AM

We are all filled up again. Thanks!

beorn · 05-19-2010, 06:15 PM

Moving to 11 this Sunday but two owners have decided not to make the move, so we have room for two more... First come, first served

jbowden · 05-29-2010, 06:38 PM

i am interested, email is johnabowden@gmail.com

beorn · 06-06-2010, 10:16 AM

Denton (a decent team) and Cottonwood (a fixer-upper) are both open.

5tograma · 07-14-2010, 06:16 AM

i am interested, email is dakotaaaa@gmail.com
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beorn · 08-07-2010, 05:06 PM

Time for another opening day, and we have two teams open: Langlade and Red Willow.

Red Willow is the most successful franchise in the league's history, while Langlade is one of the few to never win a championship -- in fact, they have not made it to the finals in 36 years.

First come, first served

bailey · 08-08-2010, 05:44 PM

Langlade played in the Kennel Cup in 1979.

beorn · 08-08-2010, 06:56 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bailey

Langlade played in the Kennel Cup in 1979.

Oops! How could I forget?

But they are still looking for their first ring.

beorn · 10-02-2010, 05:58 AM

Stratford has been crowned champion -- six seasons, six different champs.

As we move to the off season, we are looking for new GMs for Cottonwood and Denton.

beorn · 10-05-2010, 06:04 AM

Cottonwood now has new management. Looking for one good, active GM for Denton.

beorn · 12-16-2010, 07:35 PM

Our 45th season ends tomorrow -- game 7 of the finals.

We have two vacancies for next season, both well run playoff teams that have been actively managed all year:

The big city Hinsdale Hares had the #1 starting staff in the Spaniel League and was the wildcard. They lose their GM after 30 seasons.

Northhampton staged an incredible comeback to win their division. They are average at best when it comes to pitching, but they do have the Dog Days version of Ted Williams -- 27-year-old Sam Pawson who has hit .400 each of the past three seasons.

First come, first served

Email to dbemont@rochester.rr.com

i2004tor · 12-21-2010, 06:41 AM

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great league. We have a mature group of owners who get along, and a dedicated commissioner who doesn't own a team himself. I am going on my 15th season in the league, and this is the only league in which I take part -- online or solo.

See you soon!

TribeFanInNC · 12-21-2010, 08:45 AM

Hopefully people are taking advantage of the openings in this fine league. I spent 8 seasons in DDB and can attest to how well it is run. Beorn is a top notch commish who enjoys the league as much as the owners.

If you like a faster-paced league, Dog Days Baseball is for you. 4 sims per week means you can see the fruits of your labor. You can actually turn a team around in a few RL months.

Check out this great league!

beorn · 12-27-2010, 06:04 AM

Two teams looking for GMs:

Hood River - 90-72 last season, but two other division teams had great seasons, so they missed the playoffs. Pretty balanced team, except that relief pitching has been terrible.

Greenwood - Very weak this season, and will have the third ammy draft pick. Some talent on the mound, but ineffective offense.

dbemont@rochester.rr.com

beorn · 01-08-2011, 07:33 AM

Still looking for a couple committed GMs!

JWay · 01-08-2011, 10:19 AM

Worth a look for anyone who loves a committed commissioner!

beorn · 02-17-2011, 05:53 PM

As another season draws to an end, it looks like we have one vacancy -- Kendall.

Shoot me an email if you are interested.

tylertoo · 02-18-2011, 11:46 AM

I have left Kendall and Dog Days Baseball because of time constraints, but rest assured it is a great fictional league with a top-notch and thorough commissioner. Simming one month per real life week, you get through a regular season in about six weeks.

Kendall is in one of the toughest divisions in the league, and in a park that favors pitching. But there is a solid farm system here (2nd best according to BA). Kendall's AAA, AA and A clubs all made their playoffs in the season just concluded. And the ML squad has some nice young players and is on solid financial footing.

I took the time to post this because I'd love to see Kendall taken over by a great GM. So if you are looking for a good challenge -- turn this organization into a consistent winner -- in an excellent league, this is your opportunity.

05-13-2010, 05:04 AM	#3
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	We are all filled up again. Thanks! __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

05-19-2010, 06:15 PM	#4
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Moving to 11 this Sunday but two owners have decided not to make the move, so we have room for two more... First come, first served __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

06-06-2010, 10:16 AM	#6
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Denton (a decent team) and Cottonwood (a fixer-upper) are both open. __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

07-14-2010, 06:16 AM	#7
5tograma Bat Boy Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 3	i am interested, email is dakotaaaa@gmail.com __________________ soft viagra acomplia Last edited by 5tograma; 07-31-2010 at 03:12 AM.

08-07-2010, 05:06 PM	#8
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Time for another opening day, and we have two teams open: Langlade and Red Willow. Red Willow is the most successful franchise in the league's history, while Langlade is one of the few to never win a championship -- in fact, they have not made it to the finals in 36 years. First come, first served __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

05-10-2010, 07:22 PM	#1
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Dog Days Baseball Dog Days Baseball To join, contact Beorn at dbemont@rochester.rr.com A fictional league in an entirely fictional country, we are currently wrapping up our 42nd season, so we have lots of history. 24 teams plus 4 minor league levels We keep it moving! * 4 sims a week during the season * sims every day in the off season * very few missed sims in all the years we have been running * season takes about 7 weeks of real life time * off season takes about 12 days Some outside-the-game-engine features: * each city has certain built in advantages * annual organizational goal * sandwich picks compensation for lost free agents Commish does not run a team, instead handling these aspects of the league => Originally a “stats only” league, with no current player ratings; now we use only vague (1-5) ratings, and scouts, so you still must rely mostly on player performance => scouts on… Potential ratings are a somewhat more informative 1-10 We are fine with 1st time online players… It is competitive, but not cutthroat, and lots of us are glad to give help if you are just starting out Time zone friendly… We have always had more than our share of GMs living outside the US, because we never do chat room drafts, where time zone is crucial A few other rules in place: * Strict limits on option years, salary incentives, unbalanced salaries * rule 5 enabled * June 1 ammy draft… Rounds 1-3 on forum; remainder in-game * Hidden players (foreign prospects) enabled * Morale system enabled * Interleague play and DH off * Suspensions off Dog Days Baseball Forum Recent zipped league file, for download -- you can go in as "guest visitor" without a password To join, contact Beorn at dbemont@rochester.rr.com __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball Last edited by beorn; 05-22-2011 at 02:31 PM.

05-11-2010, 12:03 AM	#2
nowhere1 Bat Boy Join Date: May 2010 Posts: 5	I emailed you. Check your email please.

05-29-2010, 06:38 PM	#5
jbowden Bat Boy Join Date: Apr 2010 Posts: 11	i am interested, email is johnabowden@gmail.com

08-08-2010, 05:44 PM	#9
bailey Hall Of Famer Join Date: Jun 2005 Posts: 3,420	Langlade played in the Kennel Cup in 1979.

10-02-2010, 05:58 AM	#11
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Stratford has been crowned champion -- six seasons, six different champs. As we move to the off season, we are looking for new GMs for Cottonwood and Denton. __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

10-05-2010, 06:04 AM	#12
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Cottonwood now has new management. Looking for one good, active GM for Denton. __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

12-16-2010, 07:35 PM	#13
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Our 45th season ends tomorrow -- game 7 of the finals. We have two vacancies for next season, both well run playoff teams that have been actively managed all year: The big city Hinsdale Hares had the #1 starting staff in the Spaniel League and was the wildcard. They lose their GM after 30 seasons. Northhampton staged an incredible comeback to win their division. They are average at best when it comes to pitching, but they do have the Dog Days version of Ted Williams -- 27-year-old Sam Pawson who has hit .400 each of the past three seasons. First come, first served Email to dbemont@rochester.rr.com __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball Last edited by beorn; 12-17-2010 at 05:30 PM.

12-21-2010, 06:41 AM	#14
i2004tor Bat Boy Join Date: Apr 2008 Posts: 4	This is a fantastic opportunity to join a great league. We have a mature group of owners who get along, and a dedicated commissioner who doesn't own a team himself. I am going on my 15th season in the league, and this is the only league in which I take part -- online or solo. See you soon!

12-21-2010, 08:45 AM	#15
TribeFanInNC Hall Of Famer Join Date: Oct 2007 Posts: 4,019	Hopefully people are taking advantage of the openings in this fine league. I spent 8 seasons in DDB and can attest to how well it is run. Beorn is a top notch commish who enjoys the league as much as the owners. If you like a faster-paced league, Dog Days Baseball is for you. 4 sims per week means you can see the fruits of your labor. You can actually turn a team around in a few RL months. Check out this great league!

12-27-2010, 06:04 AM	#16
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Two teams looking for GMs: Hood River - 90-72 last season, but two other division teams had great seasons, so they missed the playoffs. Pretty balanced team, except that relief pitching has been terrible. Greenwood - Very weak this season, and will have the third ammy draft pick. Some talent on the mound, but ineffective offense. dbemont@rochester.rr.com __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

01-08-2011, 07:33 AM	#17
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	Still looking for a couple committed GMs! __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

01-08-2011, 10:19 AM	#18
JWay Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Sioux Falls, SD Posts: 5,031	Worth a look for anyone who loves a committed commissioner!

02-17-2011, 05:53 PM	#19
beorn All Star Starter Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: near Rochester, NY Posts: 1,269	As another season draws to an end, it looks like we have one vacancy -- Kendall. Shoot me an email if you are interested. __________________ Commish of Dog Days Baseball Commish Pennant Chase Baseball League (PCBL) Commish and Blue Jays GM Extra Innings Baseball

02-18-2011, 11:46 AM	#20
tylertoo Major Leagues Join Date: Sep 2009 Posts: 319	I have left Kendall and Dog Days Baseball because of time constraints, but rest assured it is a great fictional league with a top-notch and thorough commissioner. Simming one month per real life week, you get through a regular season in about six weeks. Kendall is in one of the toughest divisions in the league, and in a park that favors pitching. But there is a solid farm system here (2nd best according to BA). Kendall's AAA, AA and A clubs all made their playoffs in the season just concluded. And the ML squad has some nice young players and is on solid financial footing. I took the time to post this because I'd love to see Kendall taken over by a great GM. So if you are looking for a good challenge -- turn this organization into a consistent winner -- in an excellent league, this is your opportunity. __________________ Check out my OOTP-inspired novel "Lord Bart and the Leagues of SIP and ALE"!