MLB 09: The Show - Impressions

[metal134]

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As for walks. There are plenty. Patience is important. Just because it's 0-2, doesn't mean it's a done deal. Last game I played, I got Lackey to throw over 100 pitches before being taken out with a runner on first and no outs in the 5th inning (Scoscia should have never put him in there to start the 5th!) Lackey also walked me five times in the process and the inning prior, he got into four full-counts. It just wasn't his day. I could tell off the bat with the way he was missing the corners. So I sat and waited for good pitches.

Not to pick on you, but at some point, I would hope everyone finally comes to the realization that when people talk about a lack of walks, they are referring to it from the other side. The assumption is always that people are talking about batting while they are usually talking about pitching. Now I'm not saying anything in regards to this version on that issue because I've hardly played yet, but I can tell you that I have been, in years past, harping on the walks issue, but I usually draw them just fine. It's giving them up that's always been the issue. Maybe this year is different; I don't know yet.

[SoxFan01605]

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Just wanted to say this and it certainly didn't deserve it's own thread...

It may sound silly, but I actually miss my coke bottles in Left over the Monster. I hit a HR with Youk and if the bottles were there, it would have had that satisfying bounce-back off of them.

Yes, I know they're supposed to be gone and yes i know that it's not really an impression based on the game itself. I was just a bit surprised that I missed having them there, since I didn't really care one way or another when they announced they would be removed...lol. Oh well.

Anyway, enjoying the game. Aside from the apparent franchise roster issues (which have me a bit worried) I'm quite pleased.

Carry on

[johnnyg83]

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I just hit a game tying 2 run home run with Pie off Rivera and the game froze.

Are you kidding me?????????????????

don't you mean hell froze?

[burds13]

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I have a MAJOR MAJOR problem with David Friggin' Ortiz stealing second base on a high fastball.

I have an extra large, major problem with that.

[CMH]

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Not to pick on you, but at some point, I would hope everyone finally comes to the realization that when people talk about a lack of walks, they are referring to it from the other side. The assumption is always that people are talking about batting while they are usually talking about pitching. Now I'm not saying anything in regards to this version on that issue because I've hardly played yet, but I can tell you that I have been, in years past, harping on the walks issue, but I usually draw them just fine. It's giving them up that's always been the issue. Maybe this year is different; I don't know yet.

Ah, ok. I've walked guys, but probably not as many as there should be. I've only used top starters because I played a few Opening Day games. So I would have to judge it when I use guys with less control.

But, I do pitch walks. In one demo game, I couldn't find the zone with Kazmir and walked four in four innings. I use classic.

[vols bravesfan]

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GUYS GAME WONT WORK NOW!

[bcruise]

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GUYS GAME WONT WORK NOW!

Uh.....details?

[vols bravesfan]

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Uh.....details?

ok i was playing and hit end spring training and then it went to this black screen and now it's not working

[Blzer]

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This probably isn't a "little thing" as much as it is just funny. I'm playing as the Giants vs San Diego and Lincecum hits a decent shot down the first base line for Gonzalez to make a diving stab on. He throws from his *** and gets him out, and Vasgersian makes some comment in the play-by-play about him "throwing from his fanny as he gets the out at first."

Ohhh, Matty V.

[metal134]

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Ah, ok. I've walked guys, but probably not as many as there should be. I've only used top starters because I played a few Opening Day games. So I would have to judge it when I use guys with less control.

But, I do pitch walks. In one demo game, I couldn't find the zone with Kazmir and walked four in four innings. I use classic.

Yeah, I give some up too, but like you said, not as many as I should. In last year's game in RTTS, I gave up about 3BBs per nine innings which isn't bad, but when you consider that I was using a pitcher with bottomed out control and during my short four year career, I never even touched my control rating, I probably should having been walking a guy ever other inning on average. Gave up enough hits, though, lol! So far in my short time with this year's game, though, it seems like control is more difficult.

[Eski33]

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This game has not disappointed. I have only played a few exhibition games. Things I noticed:

1) Kauffman renovated -- I had no idea...It looks sweet

2) Saw a catcher take one in the cup and the ump stopped the game so he could shake it off....

3) The "no doubt" camera has different angles this year. I hit one with Giambi that showed the view from behind the hitter and you could see the ball, a rope to right center, leave the park and see the fans reach for it....I know last year there would be a shot like this down the lines...It was sweet..

4) Outfielders banging into the wall trying to make a leaping catch..

5) The pitching and hitting are much improved...

6) The custom cheers and jeers is a sweet touch. Sounds more like EVP's (ghost voices) but does the trick...Also, the custom songs for batter walk-ups are nice.

I played the Cubbies in an exhibition as I used the A's. The lighting is absolutely fantastic. The shade is a tad dark but you can really tell when the lights kick on.

Overall, loving this much more than last year's game....

[ODogg]

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Anyone figure out why the ticker isn't working in the game?

[Eman5805]

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When it comes to created player names. They still only say the last name(if it's there)? Or do they have separate lists for the first and last names now?

[wrigleyville33]

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Why don't the fans go after home run balls?

[PadresFan104]

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When it comes to created player names. They still only say the last name(if it's there)? Or do they have separate lists for the first and last names now?

Separate lists, they say both names, it's awesome.