Team Control

[flute_316]

Not sure if this has been covered yet..But are we going to be able to control more then 2 teams this year in season mode?

[SoxChamp]

I would imagine it's going to be the same as it was last year. So far, it doesn't sound as if they added much, instead deciding to polish what they already have.

[mlblover15]

i personally (one of few i guess) dont need to have exact rosters and lineups etc on all 30 teams every game to make it enjoyable. ive played through mulitple seasons of mvp, asb hh, fps baseball pro 96,98 with no updated rosters... and loved it...

im actually glad they are taking the time to fix what needed to be adressed in the game (ps2) so that it will be a much better experience in the franchise mode... cpu trades, off season cpu signing trading logic etc etc. i love this game and this series... cant wait for 08!!

[Rod_Carew29]

I don't know, but it would be much needed for many of us. when one takes the time to think....think about 5 or 6 years ago...cant remember which game in the Triple Play series...but you had that option when the technology was NOT EVEN close to what it is now. Not to mention bytes/bit limitations.

And I THINK High Heat 2003 had this option....

I mean really...sometimes...those of us who REALLY like the game...WANT to play against other teams in other series other than our Franchise.....

Quote: Originally Posted by flute_316

Not sure if this has been covered yet..But are we going to be able to control more then 2 teams this year in season mode?

[mlblover15]

Quote: Originally Posted by Rod_Carew29

I mean really...sometimes...those of us who REALLY like the game...WANT to play against other teams in other series other than our Franchise.....

ok im really tired so that is probably why i have no idea what you just said... but are you speaking of like on line games?

[tyler]

As usual you're right on the mark, Carew. I used to have a dice system that I would literally roll out to determine what random game(s)/team(s) I would play on a given day. The rest of the time I would maintain current rosters/line-ups as the actual MLB season progressed. One can really get engrossed that way. It also helps play out or sim those "what-if" situations as they progress in a given actual season, while allowing a gamer to compare/contrast their experience when trades and injuries occur during real life.

Don't get me wrong, I enjoy franchises & career modes too but as you stated why can't "the game" in this case the "SHOW" not allow you to play season mode like the old days.

Now, or at least this past summer using (MVP) I usually select about 8 teams and compile a non-scientific statistical mass of team won/loss averages and means to "predict (Ha! Ha!) whose gonna win the pennant. I usuaully get 4 out of 8 playoff selections correct and maybe 2 or 3 WS teams correct. This year no different, 4 playoff teams right, and the Red Sox won 3 out of 8 in the WS.

Looking forward to the Show '08 whatever the case. But I sure would appreciate an answer to this particular question or should I say an explanation.

Oh yea, like you I'm not getting any younger turning 47 in a few weeks. Maybe you remember some of our old MVP posts.

[jim416]

so that it will be a much better experience in the franchise mode... cpu trades, off season cpu signing trading logic

You want better trade logic? Isn't the logic of keeping rosters up to date the same? So, you wouldn't like the game as much with screwed up trade logic? Thought rosters didn't matter. Not trying to flame, but roster logic does mean SOMETHING to you. Just like the nutsos like me who like current trades implemented in the game.

[mlblover15]

Quote: Originally Posted by jim416

so that it will be a much better experience in the franchise mode... cpu trades, off season cpu signing trading logic You want better trade logic? Isn't the logic of keeping rosters up to date the same? So, you wouldn't like the game as much with screwed up trade logic? Thought rosters didn't matter. Not trying to flame, but roster logic does mean SOMETHING to you. Just like the nutsos like me who like current trades implemented in the game.

all i meant by that jim is that we will be going from NO trades by computer to having some .. as for teams having correct players batting in the right spots or having right players and having all minor league moves done etc... i could care less...i mean i dont care if it is a five star player traded for a AA nobody or if the Rays sign arod to a deal or whatever... i dont care what moves are made by the computer as long as their are some. hope this clears it up... not trying to start a fight