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« on: April 26, 2024, 03:24:06 PM »
Dae-il Kim and $6M
for
P Xing-hua Hua, SS Gonzalo Sosa, and OF Rafael Molina.
Huck please go to 6 man rotation and add Kim, demoting Yusuf to AAA
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« on: March 28, 2024, 12:52:35 PM »
Confirmed.
3
« on: March 25, 2024, 07:32:44 PM »
RP Tze for a 3rd round pick and rookie ball OF Jessie Wood.
4
« on: March 20, 2024, 09:47:54 PM »
Lazarenko for Khoa, straight SP swap.
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« on: March 18, 2024, 07:06:35 PM »
Picks are the ones that can be traded once Huck starts
the draft tonight.
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« on: March 18, 2024, 07:05:45 PM »
Confirmed.
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« on: September 17, 2023, 09:19:42 PM »
Confirmed
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« on: July 21, 2023, 09:08:55 PM »
Middleton and Gill
For
Richet, Santana, Lamb, Sasaki
Huck please auto my org after processing.
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« on: May 24, 2023, 12:11:18 PM »
The El Paso Thunderbirds, a formidable baseball team hailing from the North American Division of the American Baseball League (ABL) in the esteemed World Baseball Association (WBA), have just wrapped up their season. Despite their modest 4th place finish with a record of 71-85, there are plenty of reasons for Thunderbirds fans to maintain their optimistic outlook.
Notably, El Paso's rising stars turned heads with their impressive performances. Sun Cheng, a likely contender for Rookie of the Year, delivered one of the most remarkable rookie seasons in recent memory. In his 93 games played, Cheng boasted a staggering 4 Wins Above Replacement (WAR) and a remarkable OPS of 1.034, leaving fans in awe of his prodigious talents.
Adding to the excitement, Thao Trung, Georgetown University's most celebrated alumnus, burst onto the scene with authority. Despite participating in only 48 games, Trung accumulated an impressive 2.7 WAR, showcasing his exceptional skills as he amassed nearly 10 WAR across all levels in his inaugural professional season.
Moreover, the Thunderbirds' meager payroll, which stood at a modest $18 million compared to the expected average of $50 million, presents a silver lining. This financial advantage allows El Paso to seek reinforcements in the free agent market, particularly in the form of pitchers who can effectively navigate the home run-friendly confines of TBird Stadium. With strategic acquisitions, the Thunderbirds hope to fortify their pitching staff and bolster their chances of success in the upcoming seasons.
Additionally, El Paso can rely on the strength of their farm system, which is unrivaled in the entire WBA. Their highly ranked prospect pool ensures an influx of talented young players who will undoubtedly contribute to the Thunderbirds' cause in the years to come.
Although the Thunderbirds finished in 4th place, their young stars' impressive performances, combined with the potential for reinforcements and the strength of their farm system, fuel optimism among fans. Despite their lower-than-expected position in the standings, El Paso's future shines bright, promising an exhilarating journey towards success in the world of baseball.
Note: The above was generated entirely by ChatGPT circa 2023
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« on: May 11, 2023, 09:51:22 PM »
EP sends money about to be set on fire (around $34.1 million).
Karachi sends:
2143 4th
2144 entire draft
Major league pitchers Ansari, Sanchez, and Shirani
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« on: February 27, 2023, 06:26:11 PM »
Melbourne sends minor league OF Dennis Inarez.
EP sends $8 million.
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« on: February 27, 2023, 05:59:11 PM »
Daegu sends #1 and #38 overall in the ongoing draft.
El Paso sends #s 6, 16, 22 in the ongoing draft, plus its latest 1st in the next draft. As a placeholder, Daegu will get Oslo's 1st from the next draft, since commissioner will need a placeholder and Oslo had the best record this year. El Paso trusts Daegu to do the right thing and swap it for another pick before the next draft, if needed.
Once accepted, El Paso will be on the clock for both the #1 and #2 overall picks in the ongoing draft.
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« on: January 15, 2023, 05:11:27 PM »
El Paso sends 3B Kang and $18 million.
Karachi sends 2141 Oslo 1st, 2141 Chicago 2nd, 2141 Tokyo 2nd, OF Sun Cheng (AA), and P Mathieu Richet (R).
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« on: January 11, 2023, 07:41:14 AM »
Confirmed.
15
« on: January 07, 2023, 02:51:13 PM »
Confirmed.
16
« on: December 29, 2022, 09:46:12 AM »
El Paso sends RP bin Muti, RP Ferguson, RP Santos, RP Triga, and minor league P Perry with all salaries retained for the upcoming (2141) season.
Oslo sends 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, and minor league C Jack Davis.
Btw, I'm fine with sending cash sufficient to cover the 2141 salaries instead of "retaining" the 2141 salaries--- whatever Oslo and Huck end up preferring.
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« on: December 26, 2022, 07:29:47 PM »
Confirmed
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« on: December 26, 2022, 07:13:54 PM »
Confirmed.
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« on: November 19, 2022, 03:51:11 PM »
Winston Ferguson for $500k
20
« on: November 19, 2022, 01:30:12 PM »
Confirmed.
Auto the ol org please Huck.
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« on: November 16, 2022, 10:04:56 AM »
Huck please auto the org.
22
« on: November 16, 2022, 10:04:19 AM »
EP sends $1.5M to Karachi for CF Brody Morrow.
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« on: October 31, 2022, 12:22:33 PM »
RPs Santos, Saldana, Mobbs and Rey to EP.
2nd and 3rd round picks to Phoenix.
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« on: September 25, 2022, 02:58:06 PM »
Confirmed, again.
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« on: December 25, 2021, 08:29:14 AM »
Confirmed.
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« on: October 27, 2021, 12:12:27 PM »
Esteban Gomez to PR.
Jacob Gallagher and a 2nd round pick to EP.
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« on: October 26, 2021, 08:04:04 PM »
El Paso sends Todi.
Karachi sends Antonio Pena and 2135 3rd round pick.
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« on: October 25, 2021, 08:31:05 PM »
Confirmed!
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« on: October 24, 2021, 07:54:20 PM »
Santo Domingo sends
Todi
1st round 2134
Lao-Che Tu
Pablo Moran
Ichiro Kino
Grama
El Paso sends
With tears in eyes and a heavy heart, until we meet again...Ilari Belmon.
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« on: August 25, 2021, 06:23:30 PM »
Confirmed.
And the first rebuild domino falls.
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« on: August 05, 2021, 09:05:29 PM »
EP sends 3rd, 4th, and Gareth Stock.
RM sends Brad Jacobson, Amlinger, Guerini.
32
« on: June 02, 2021, 03:51:28 PM »
Silva demoted, Jacobson to backup 3B starting every 6 games.
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« on: June 02, 2021, 03:49:08 PM »
Demote Lussu, Grieve, Calleya, Valentin, and Jabber.
Brabenec to setup and middle relief
Stokes to bench.
Gomez to middle relief and long relief.
Preetish to SP.
Vela to middle relief.
Claridge to SP.
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« on: June 02, 2021, 02:50:43 PM »
El Paso sends full draft and Stephen Erijokov.
Karachi sends Holic Brabenec, Hugh Stokes, Esteban Gomez, Preetish, Jaime Vela, and Roy Claridge.
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« on: June 02, 2021, 10:31:59 AM »
El Paso sends 1B Sardar Umarzai.
Northwest sends 3B Brad Jacobson
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« on: April 15, 2021, 08:07:17 PM »
Roster move in other thread.
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« on: April 15, 2021, 08:06:48 PM »
Romero and Raimann replace Patterson and Grieve. Both to middle relief. Garcia to LOOGY.
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« on: April 15, 2021, 06:00:26 PM »
Daegu sends Felipe Romero.
El Paso sends AAA players Luna and Figura.
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« on: April 15, 2021, 05:12:48 PM »
Yup.
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« on: March 26, 2021, 08:38:15 PM »
El Paso is all in for this season. And while EP can easily trade away another draft class this upcoming offseason to resign the big-name expiring contracts, it is time to start thinking about what kinds of returns might be had in trades now that the team as a whole is in its prime and a few guys reach the big" three-oh" in age. I'm always willing to evaluate an offer on anyone, but here's some discussion starters. Expiring contracts:- Lars Ringstad. Top 5 SP in the world. Was one start away from ABL POY last season. Future hall of famer. One of the few pitchers ever to tame the homer-friendly confines of Mumbai/El Paso. Asking $9.5m per year to renew...so a steal at less than $2m/WAR.
- Martin Diaz. Young SP in his prime. Was roughed up in El Paso last season, but that was due to an absolute fluke in HR/FB. His ask to extend is so low ($3m per year) that you could argue he is the most valuable guy on this list.
- Nicanor Lenire. Do it all stud at SS/2B. Was a 5-star player a month ago, so don't be fooled by the current star-rating silliness. He is entering his prime and should be a 5 WAR SS or a 6 WAR 2B for a long time. Asking just $5m per year to extend...so a massive steal at $1m/WAR or less.
Under contract:- Jose Rios. 3 Time ABL MVP. 5 tool CF with no weaknesses. Has a point to prove after a small slump in the postseason last year.
- Avajaya Ganeshwaran. Still the best 2B in the world. Was unstoppable last year, proved the down year due to injury a couple of seasons ago was just bad luck.
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« on: March 25, 2021, 01:59:50 PM »
Confirmed, draft class is 2132 I believe.
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« on: February 26, 2021, 06:51:14 PM »
Confirmed. Roster move to come, or else will deal with it after sim.
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« on: February 25, 2021, 07:00:13 PM »
El Paso receives Jose Rios.
Santo Domingo receives El Paso cash (about $9.9M), El Paso 2131 2nd, 2131 4th, Dharmaghosa Chudasama (kid comes full circle and Drunkleberry mistake seemingly admitted), Pascal Camus.
Northwest receives SD 2131 1st; El Paso 2131 1st, 2131 3rd, 2131 5th (via SD).
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There should be room for Rios on the El Paso 40 man. Stu to LF vs all. Rios to CF vs all. Belmon to 1B vs LHP. I'll deal with the batting orders and depth charts after the sim.
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« on: February 07, 2021, 11:09:53 PM »
The Mumbai Cobras are one of the most storied franchises in the WBA. No IBL team has won more games. 5 pennants, with 4 of them in the last decade. A WBA record 9 straight division titles and counting. Mumbai's history in the WBA goes back to the very first pick of the 2100 inaugural draft. Almost immediately after being named GM, AP MP convinced ownership to relocate the team to Mumbai. The first (and only) run of green-and-orange Delhi Tigers merchandise fetches a pretty penny amongst WBA historical buffs even to this day. That first ever WBA draft pick seems like a no-brainer in hindsight, but inaugural drafts are a funny beast. To their credit, Cobras avoided overthinking it and, undoubtedly, picked the right guy. Longtime fans will remember the frustrations of Twinkletoes' first three injury-riddled seasons. In 2102, he put up 9.3 WAR in just 107 games--give him back the fifty games he lost to a freak injury and there is little doubt he ends up with the greatest season in WBA history. Though it took much longer than it should have, the image of a 35 year-old Twinkletoes holding aloft the 2107 IBL championship trophy while being carried off the field is as indelible an image around these parts as any Cricket World Cup win by the Indian Cricket Team. The first ever WBA draft pick was deservingly made the first ever WBA hall of fame inductee. Twinkletoes is of course not the only Hall of Famer in a Cobras cap. His longtime partners in crime, Scoops and Griz, are enshrined alongside him, the trio's tenures marked by screaming baseballs sailing into the Mumbai night. Cobras fans are as loyal as they come. They've stuck with the team through countless playoff disappointments and the depths of a rock bottom rebuild (ask any Cobras fan and they'll tell you that the current sustained run of success made that rebuild worth it). Every year, Cobras fans start another internet campaign to have their beloved Falco Venema, now one of the WBA's most important voices for players' rights, enshrined in the Hall of Fame. Baseball today is, however, a business. Mumbai fans have known that it was only a matter of time before their beloved Cobras moved to a new city. After all, most WBA franchises have already moved multiple times. While there is certainly disappointment in Mumbai, there aren't a lot of jerseys burning in effigy. If social media is an accurate barometer of fan sentiment, then a significant number of Cobras fans are looking forward to watching their heroes take on the ABL and go for an incredible 10th straight division title. Not coincidentally, Texas has perhaps the largest Indian population outside of India. Mumbai baseball historians will likely have a lot more to say about the Cobras in the coming days. For now, this Mumbai beat writer is pleased to bring you an exclusive: the uniforms that will be worn at each level of the ABL's newest team. *** Starting this year, the team formerly known as the Mumbai Cobras will compete as the El Paso Thunderbirds, named after the famous and mysterious red clay formation embedded into a mountain face that overlooks El Paso from the northwest. Believe it or not, El Paso's stadium, which fans are calling "Thunderdome" even though it is open-air, is expected to produce significantly more home runs than the pitcher's nightmare in Mumbai. And this is despite the forced humidor usage and expanded foul territory mandated by the WBA powers-that-be! Rumor has it that the word best describing the reaction of other ABL pitching staffs when they got wind of the Thunderdome's likely batted ball profile is -- "Distressed." The Thunderbirds will wear dark blue (West Texas Night Sky), light blue (Desert Dusk Blue), and Yellow (High Noon Sun). Their logo is a Native American styled thunderbird with a shape of Texas carved within. Mumbai fans will appreciate the horizontal bar above the lettering on the jersey, a classy nod to Hindi and other Indian languages, and thus the franchise's roots. The lightning bolt T certainly evokes the word "thunder," but also seems somewhat tongue-in-cheek, as El Paso sees over 300 days of sun a year. The away jersey features the team's natural nickname - the "TBirds." El Paso HomeEl Paso Away*** The largest city in Texas will be home to the AAA Houston Rodeo, named for the long running (and rarely cancelled) Houston Livestock and Rodeo Show. White, Orange, Black, and Gray is the color scheme, but the real star of the show is lasso H logo, which is prominently featured on both the pinstriped home white jersey as well as the orange mesh road look. Houston HomeHouston Away*** Austin, home to the world famous University of Texas, is the new home of the AA Austin Grackles. If you've spent any time in Austin, you've got a strong opinion about those shiny black Hitchcockian birds. Flocks of seemingly thousands of grackles can be found around Austin, especially on tree tops or telephone lines, from where they can warn each other about predators and also keep the car wash industry busy. A color similar to (but not identical to, because trademark infringement is real) burnt orange, black, and white is featured on the Grackle jerseys, and the logo is...what else, a grackle swinging a baseball bat. Austin HomeAustin Away*** The single-A Galveston Jubilee will play in one of the best minor league locations in the WBA -- Galveston Beach. On June 19, 1865, three months after the end of the American Civil War and a full two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation, Union Army Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston and informed the locals that all slaves were free. In a world before Internet and even airplanes, that's how long it took for the news to travel to Texas. The first Jubilee Day (also known as Juneteenth) celebration was organized by the freed men and women of Galveston the following year. Though the team's logo is red, it is a clear tribute to its white counterpart on the the Jubilee Day (Juneteenth) flag--the Texas flag's lone star surrounded by a nova-like starburst signifying the new life of freed men and women. The team's colors will be red, white, and a deep purple-blue, with a script Galveston on the red jersey and a block Jubilee on the white jersey. Galveston HomeGalveston Away*** Last but not least, we have the rookie league Plano Rancheros. Ranchero is Spanish for rancher, and if there's one thing Texas has a lot of, it's ranches and ranchers. Plano is one of the most populated areas of the Dallas-Forth Worth Metroplex, and home to a significant Indian population. The team's colors (red, white, and blue) and the general theme of its jerseys have been featured on DFW baseball teams of yesteryear, which will hopefully evoke nostalgia and help build a fanbase to watch the new kids play. Who knows, maybe there will even be some high draft picks playing for the Rancheros one day (cue laughter from Mumbai fans). The team's logo is a rancher on horseback, fully equipped with ten gallon hat and state flag...Texans, it seems, want to make sure you know where they're from. Plano HomePlano Away
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« on: January 09, 2021, 07:08:10 PM »
Sheng, Jabber, Lim to AAA.
I think I should have space for all three be guys on the 40. Diaz into Jabber's starting slot, Bacasmas and Benson to middle reliever.
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« on: January 09, 2021, 10:30:18 AM »
Mumbai sends Phoenix 1st (2128) and 3rd (2129) rounders, Kachmar, and future Hall of Famer Katz.
Mexico City sends Rodel Bacasmas, Martin Diaz, and John Benson.
Roster moves to come.
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« on: December 06, 2020, 07:32:17 PM »
Fflunker to Phoenix
1st round pick, 3rd round pick, P. Silva, Kachmar, White, Appinger to Mumbai.
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« on: December 06, 2020, 11:59:16 AM »
Mumbai sends Lisimba and Clemente.
Karachi sends $17 million.
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« on: December 02, 2020, 09:42:22 PM »
Mumbai sends 2129 draft, Jorge Fernandez, and Grama Daryapurkar.
Santo Domingo sends Stu Jensen and his fully executed 5-year contract extension.
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« on: November 14, 2020, 10:37:20 PM »
Mumbai sends draft picks in rounds 2, 4, and 5, Gianfrancesco Lombroso, Carlos Calderon, and Kwang-sub Park
Karachi sends $20 million.
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