Negro Baseball League - Page 3

UngratefulDead · 12-05-2004, 04:29 PM

Just want to restate my interest here. Hope to get a team.

canadiancreed · 12-05-2004, 04:51 PM

I wonder how you'll be able to do the ratings for the players, as the stts for that league is hard to find at best

izman1999 · 12-05-2004, 05:07 PM

Indeed, stats regarding negro league players are hard to come by. There are a few books out there that are useful, however. The main reference books I am using to create the players are (1) The Biographical Encyclopedia of the Negro Baseball Leagues by James Riley, (2) The Complete Book of Baseball's Negro Leagues by John Holway, (3) Only The Ball Was White by Robert Peterson, and (4) Blackball Stars by John Holway.

The comments used in the player profiles section come mainly from the Negro League Encyclopedia. (If you don't have this book, I would recommend getting it!!).

http://negro-league.net/profiles.htm

I am also in the process of obtaining a Mexican League Encyclopedia which may be useful. (I have three pretty detailed books about the Cuban League).

Cooleyvol · 12-05-2004, 05:12 PM

The old UBL files might be of help as it began around 1930 and I extensive researched the players as I created them.

Just an idea. I have those old files if it'd help.

izman1999 · 12-05-2004, 05:15 PM

BTW, I would appreciate any ideas for the website and/or league.

I am looking for additional "eye-candy" for the site, especially for the team pages. I believe I have pictures of all of the stadiums that will be used, but I am still looking for pictures of uniforms for all 8 teams.

Also, it looks like I still need to find free online draft software, so if anyone can help with that, I would appreciate it.

izman1999 · 12-05-2004, 05:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cooleyvol

The old UBL files might be of help as it began around 1930 and I extensive researched the players as I created them.

Just an idea. I have those old files if it'd help.

The old files would help. Can you send it to me at:

ibaly@yahoo.com

izman1999 · 12-05-2004, 05:42 PM

Also, I would really like a picture of John Beckwith. I have searched the internet for days and have been unable to find a pictuure of "The Mad Bomber."

Thanks!

Cooleyvol · 12-06-2004, 07:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by izman1999

The old files would help. Can you send it to me at:

ibaly@yahoo.com

I'll zip up the 1930 file for you and send you a link.

izman1999 · 12-06-2004, 10:56 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cooleyvol

I'll zip up the 1930 file for you and send you a link.

Just curious....Approximately how many Negro League players did you create? Did your league also start in 1930?

Cooleyvol · 12-06-2004, 11:41 AM

SEVERAL and yes.

BESTDJINFL · 12-06-2004, 02:26 PM

Looks great..Please E-Mail Me if you still have openings.

izman1999 · 12-07-2004, 10:35 AM

In addition to working on the player profile pages, I am working on the layout for the Team Pages. Here is what I have done so far, but will likely add stadium info to the page as well other bits of info.

http://negro-league.net/kc1.htm

Just curious, what information do you guys like on team pages?

Cooleyvol · 12-07-2004, 11:20 AM

Here's a link to one of the team pages on the Pro Circuit site.

I got it from one of my owners (the layout), so feel free to use it if you like.

http://www.pro-circuit.net/TeamHistories/Sallies.htm

izman1999 · 12-07-2004, 10:41 PM

Found a picture of John "the Mad Bomber" Beckwith. However, the quality of the image is not that good. Perhaps someone can make it look a little better. Here is the picture:

LivnLegend · 12-08-2004, 12:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by izman1999

In addition to working on the player profile pages, I am working on the layout for the Team Pages. Here is what I have done so far, but will likely add stadium info to the page as well other bits of info.

http://negro-league.net/kc1.htm

Just curious, what information do you guys like on team pages?

Here is the USBA's version...
http://usba.ootp-online.com/inc/WICteam.htm

I keep award winners, All-Stars, and first round draft picks on it. Also, I keep a log of the current GM's win-loss record and playoff appearances. Most of the teams in the USBA have just one owner after 10 seasons but for those that don't, I keep records of that as well.

UngratefulDead · 12-08-2004, 09:23 PM

Can't wait for this league..

If you need any help with anything, let me know.

izman1999 · 12-09-2004, 02:37 AM

Still working on the website and the league file. League is still a few weeks away.

Tonight, I worked on revamping the team pages. Here is what the KC page looks like so far.

http://negro-league.net/kc.htm

Please note that I am still going to add a lot more info to these pages, including pictures of various "Hot Spots" from the 1930s for each city.

In terms of help, I wonder if anyone has created Negro League Uniforms. I would love to add that to the team pages.

Additionally, I am debating about replacing the Atlanta ABCs franchise with either the Indianapolis ABCs or Birmingham Black Barons. (Atlanta didn't join the Negro Leagues until 1932 or 1933, while the other two cities had a strong presence in the negro leagues in 1930).

izman1999 · 12-09-2004, 05:18 PM

8 pictures of Kansas City added to the Monarchs team page. Check out the page here:

http://negro-league.net/kc.htm

Does anyone like/dislike this idea? Should there be less/more pictures?

Raderick · 12-09-2004, 05:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by izman1999

8 pictures of Kansas City added to the Monarchs team page. Check out the page here:

http://negro-league.net/kc.htm

Does anyone like/dislike this idea? Should there be less/more pictures?

More pictures, the better.

izman1999 · 12-09-2004, 09:09 PM

Went to the library and picked up a few really good books on the Negro Leagues. Here are some of the pictures that I scanned:

12-05-2004, 04:51 PM	#42
canadiancreed Hall Of Famer Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 11,660 Blog Entries: 1	I wonder how you'll be able to do the ratings for the players, as the stts for that league is hard to find at best __________________ PT21 PT22

12-05-2004, 05:07 PM	#43
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	Indeed, stats regarding negro league players are hard to come by. There are a few books out there that are useful, however. The main reference books I am using to create the players are (1) The Biographical Encyclopedia of the Negro Baseball Leagues by James Riley, (2) The Complete Book of Baseball's Negro Leagues by John Holway, (3) Only The Ball Was White by Robert Peterson, and (4) Blackball Stars by John Holway. The comments used in the player profiles section come mainly from the Negro League Encyclopedia. (If you don't have this book, I would recommend getting it!!). http://negro-league.net/profiles.htm I am also in the process of obtaining a Mexican League Encyclopedia which may be useful. (I have three pretty detailed books about the Cuban League). Last edited by izman1999; 12-05-2004 at 05:10 PM.

12-06-2004, 02:26 PM	#51
BESTDJINFL Major Leagues Join Date: Oct 2003 Posts: 307	Looks great..Please E-Mail Me if you still have openings. __________________ The New BARSL Commish

12-07-2004, 10:41 PM	#54
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	Found a picture of John "the Mad Bomber" Beckwith. However, the quality of the image is not that good. Perhaps someone can make it look a little better. Here is the picture: Attached Images

12-09-2004, 02:37 AM	#57
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	Update... Still working on the website and the league file. League is still a few weeks away. Tonight, I worked on revamping the team pages. Here is what the KC page looks like so far. http://negro-league.net/kc.htm Please note that I am still going to add a lot more info to these pages, including pictures of various "Hot Spots" from the 1930s for each city. In terms of help, I wonder if anyone has created Negro League Uniforms. I would love to add that to the team pages. Additionally, I am debating about replacing the Atlanta ABCs franchise with either the Indianapolis ABCs or Birmingham Black Barons. (Atlanta didn't join the Negro Leagues until 1932 or 1933, while the other two cities had a strong presence in the negro leagues in 1930).

12-05-2004, 04:29 PM	#41
UngratefulDead Banned Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 3,415	Just want to restate my interest here. Hope to get a team.

12-05-2004, 05:12 PM	#44
Cooleyvol Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Union City, TN Posts: 6,383	The old UBL files might be of help as it began around 1930 and I extensive researched the players as I created them. Just an idea. I have those old files if it'd help.

12-05-2004, 05:15 PM	#45
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	BTW, I would appreciate any ideas for the website and/or league. I am looking for additional "eye-candy" for the site, especially for the team pages. I believe I have pictures of all of the stadiums that will be used, but I am still looking for pictures of uniforms for all 8 teams. Also, it looks like I still need to find free online draft software, so if anyone can help with that, I would appreciate it.

12-05-2004, 05:42 PM	#47
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	Also, I would really like a picture of John Beckwith. I have searched the internet for days and have been unable to find a pictuure of "The Mad Bomber." Thanks!

12-06-2004, 11:41 AM	#50
Cooleyvol Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Union City, TN Posts: 6,383	SEVERAL and yes.

12-07-2004, 10:35 AM	#52
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	In addition to working on the player profile pages, I am working on the layout for the Team Pages. Here is what I have done so far, but will likely add stadium info to the page as well other bits of info. http://negro-league.net/kc1.htm Just curious, what information do you guys like on team pages?

12-07-2004, 11:20 AM	#53
Cooleyvol Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Union City, TN Posts: 6,383	Here's a link to one of the team pages on the Pro Circuit site. I got it from one of my owners (the layout), so feel free to use it if you like. http://www.pro-circuit.net/TeamHistories/Sallies.htm

12-08-2004, 09:23 PM	#56
UngratefulDead Banned Join Date: May 2004 Location: Bay Area Posts: 3,415	Can't wait for this league.. If you need any help with anything, let me know.

12-09-2004, 05:18 PM	#58
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	8 pictures of Kansas City added to the Monarchs team page. Check out the page here: http://negro-league.net/kc.htm Does anyone like/dislike this idea? Should there be less/more pictures?

12-09-2004, 09:09 PM	#60
izman1999 Minors (Double A) Join Date: Jan 2002 Posts: 187	Went to the library and picked up a few really good books on the Negro Leagues. Here are some of the pictures that I scanned: Attached Images