For those of you following my other thread, you already know what I have been working at. For those of you not following my other thread, I have been working since release day to try and accurately recreate the 1996 MLB season. The roster set will be a full 25 man franchise ready set.
As of now, the rosters are live in the vault under the name "Complete 1996 Season" under the username baumy300
I created this new thread to inform you on everything you need to know about these rosters.
Before I get started, I would like to thank the individuals who uploaded players to the vault. I had a tough enough time going at this alone, but having a player here or there I could acquire from the vault made this easier at times. So thank you contributors!
What you need to know - The Negative
The pitchers:
Some pitchers (Ugeth Urbina, Kent Mercker, Rick Augilera, etc...) that were mostly relievers appear in a starting rotation. This is because they pitched innings in the 100's and no other starter for their respective team pitched more than a few innings before a send down or trade. I did this so I could keep the players who played with that particular team the most active. Shouldn't be a big deal.
The stances/motions
I tried to do my best via youtube and pictures to try and assign the most accurate batting stance or throwing motion to each player, but to be honest - It is very hard. I did my best to keep submariners accurate, but other than that it is just my educated guess.I realize some people may catch this and some not, but it is what it is. Please feel free to change any motions you do not like.
Future Stars/Former Stars
There are some players in this set that were either right at the beginning of their careers or right at the end. Just because Andruw Jones was going to be a stud or Eddie Murray was a stud does NOT mean I overrated them. I still gave guys like Jones or Nomar their props on defense, but it was a year or two after 1996 until they found their hitting groove. The same goes for Eddie Murray or guys like Alan Trammell. They are still rated respectively, but they will play to their age.
Not For Multiple Years
Only about halfway through the process did the potential ratings come to mind. I would edit a current player on the respective team and turn him into the player you have on this set. So people who are looking to make a 2+ run with these may be upset. Potential is completely random. The best way to enjoy these rosters is to use them for a one-and-done season, or just exhibition play.
Numbers
For some reason some numbers switched after all of the creating. I went through to make sure every star, semi-star, and somewhat know player has the right number. Just don't panic if you see a no-name you may recognize with a number off a digit or two. Also guys like Cal Ripken Jr. have the wrong number only because it was retired.
Lineups
Right now the lineups are not too bad, but for some reason I can get them to stick after I set them. Not really a big deal, but switch them to your liking.
Pitch types
For the most part, I was able to find a few sites that listed some star pitchers best pitchers. For the other part, I was trying to make educated guesses on what each pitcher threw. I kept tabs on things like knuckleballers and the likes, but again, don't crucify me if you find something not to your liking.
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If everyone can keep the above topics in mind, I think they will find this an enjoyable set. Obviously if you pick hard enough I'm sure you can find a flaw.
I'll list some what I recommend to better enjoy the game:
Sliders
I have been using Armor & Swords slider set. It is one of the best sets I have been able to find and I have used it for both my current franchise and 1996 gameplay. I believe this set will give you the best results and it can be found here:
http://www.operationsports.com/forum...m-sliders.html
Injuries
I strongly recommend turning injuries off for play. It may not be the most realistic, but it will make for a lot better experience with 25 man rosters.
Use The Stadiums
Remembers, the Twins, Mets, Marlins and Yankees all have accurate vintage stadiums to choose. This definitely makes the game feel better when using one of those teams.
Customize
This is all yours once you download it. Want Neagle on the Braves? Done.
Putting Burnitz with the Brewers? Go ahead.
Want to be dumb and send Griffey to the Yanks? Blasphemy, but do it!
Just have fun guys.
I have enjoyed making these rosters because this is the time I remember most just really getting into baseball and really seeing a lot of super stars with their original/most remembered teams.
I truly do hope you all enjoy these as much as I will and please let me know if there are any corrections/issues you have and I will be happy to address them.
Enjoy!
As of now, the rosters are live in the vault under the name "Complete 1996 Season" under the username baumy300
I created this new thread to inform you on everything you need to know about these rosters.
Before I get started, I would like to thank the individuals who uploaded players to the vault. I had a tough enough time going at this alone, but having a player here or there I could acquire from the vault made this easier at times. So thank you contributors!
What you need to know - The Negative
The pitchers:
Some pitchers (Ugeth Urbina, Kent Mercker, Rick Augilera, etc...) that were mostly relievers appear in a starting rotation. This is because they pitched innings in the 100's and no other starter for their respective team pitched more than a few innings before a send down or trade. I did this so I could keep the players who played with that particular team the most active. Shouldn't be a big deal.
The stances/motions
I tried to do my best via youtube and pictures to try and assign the most accurate batting stance or throwing motion to each player, but to be honest - It is very hard. I did my best to keep submariners accurate, but other than that it is just my educated guess.I realize some people may catch this and some not, but it is what it is. Please feel free to change any motions you do not like.
Future Stars/Former Stars
There are some players in this set that were either right at the beginning of their careers or right at the end. Just because Andruw Jones was going to be a stud or Eddie Murray was a stud does NOT mean I overrated them. I still gave guys like Jones or Nomar their props on defense, but it was a year or two after 1996 until they found their hitting groove. The same goes for Eddie Murray or guys like Alan Trammell. They are still rated respectively, but they will play to their age.
Not For Multiple Years
Only about halfway through the process did the potential ratings come to mind. I would edit a current player on the respective team and turn him into the player you have on this set. So people who are looking to make a 2+ run with these may be upset. Potential is completely random. The best way to enjoy these rosters is to use them for a one-and-done season, or just exhibition play.
Numbers
For some reason some numbers switched after all of the creating. I went through to make sure every star, semi-star, and somewhat know player has the right number. Just don't panic if you see a no-name you may recognize with a number off a digit or two. Also guys like Cal Ripken Jr. have the wrong number only because it was retired.
Lineups
Right now the lineups are not too bad, but for some reason I can get them to stick after I set them. Not really a big deal, but switch them to your liking.
Pitch types
For the most part, I was able to find a few sites that listed some star pitchers best pitchers. For the other part, I was trying to make educated guesses on what each pitcher threw. I kept tabs on things like knuckleballers and the likes, but again, don't crucify me if you find something not to your liking.
--------------------------------------------------------------------
If everyone can keep the above topics in mind, I think they will find this an enjoyable set. Obviously if you pick hard enough I'm sure you can find a flaw.
I'll list some what I recommend to better enjoy the game:
Sliders
I have been using Armor & Swords slider set. It is one of the best sets I have been able to find and I have used it for both my current franchise and 1996 gameplay. I believe this set will give you the best results and it can be found here:
http://www.operationsports.com/forum...m-sliders.html
Injuries
I strongly recommend turning injuries off for play. It may not be the most realistic, but it will make for a lot better experience with 25 man rosters.
Use The Stadiums
Remembers, the Twins, Mets, Marlins and Yankees all have accurate vintage stadiums to choose. This definitely makes the game feel better when using one of those teams.
Customize
This is all yours once you download it. Want Neagle on the Braves? Done.
Putting Burnitz with the Brewers? Go ahead.
Want to be dumb and send Griffey to the Yanks? Blasphemy, but do it!
Just have fun guys.
I have enjoyed making these rosters because this is the time I remember most just really getting into baseball and really seeing a lot of super stars with their original/most remembered teams.
I truly do hope you all enjoy these as much as I will and please let me know if there are any corrections/issues you have and I will be happy to address them.
Enjoy!
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