3/20/2009
Player changes for the Greats and 1970-Present Auto Leagues
With help from some longtime fans of pennantchase, the staff has made some decisions on '08 additions to the Greats and 1970-Present Leagues. In the end, I get to make the final call, so blame me for any disagreements. It's very tough to gain entry to these leagues, and we don't want to muddle the database with players who don't stand a chance of having success.
Keep in mind, these changes will only be seen in new leagues that are created after today (3/20/2009).
2008 was a pitching-rich season. As a result, no hitters were added to the Greats leagues. The one change we did make was altering Albert Pujols' stats to his 2008 season.
Four pitchers were added: Starters Tim Lincecum and Rich Harden, and relievers Grant Balfour and Joey Devine. Clearly, these are not the only players worthy of consideration, but to succeed in the Greats leagues you need impressive stats, including solid strikeout ratios.
One other change of note, Jake Peavy's stats were changed to his 2007 season. I think this season gives him a better chance of being effective in the Greats leagues.
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