9/25/2009
Seeking community opinons, and other news
Hello pennantchasers, it's been a while since the last update - I wanted to note a few quick items, and then ask for an opinion.
Pop-up concerns
It seems some ads on large web networks are spawning pop up windows, and people have noticed some on our website. I highly encourage turning on pop-up blockers - that should help. I do not use any automated pop ups on the site, and I'm sorry to hear some ad networks are letting these slip through. Obviously, do not click on any suspicious pop ups!
Public Board enhancement
The Public Board had been getting a lot more use recently, so it was time to categorize the messages, which I think makes it a lot more user-friendly, and a valuable tool for asking questions about the site, and finding leagues to join. Some people have asked for full-blown forum software for the site, but I don't think we're in need of that yet. If we ever grow beyond the needs of the current board, I'd consider buying some true forum software.
User Details redesign
I heard requests for tracking playoff appearances, as well as how many sims people triggered, so those stats have been added to the user details page, which was totally re-designed. (Playoff stat only applies to Auto Leagues at this time, and unfortunately doesn't include past appearances since we don't have that data.)
The On Fire debate
I've been waiting for summer to wind down before diving into more serious updates, and one thing I want to reconsider is On Fire. There is often confusion on what it means, and I've heard lots of varied suggestions on the topic. I like the fact that it adds an element of randomness while simulating the fact that players get hot, but I also wonder if it's serving the purpose.
Some people have suggested a "clutch" rating, a "streak" rating or a "superstar" rating to replace On Fire. Or maybe options like "Slump Buster" are expanded and On Fire gets phased out. Send me your thoughts on how you would implement it! Be as creative as you want. Maybe you like it how it is, or maybe you'd dump it and not replace it with anything. I want to know whatever your thoughts are... send me a reply using the feedback link at the bottom of the page. Once I hear some thoughts, I'll consider the feedback and see what I can come up with.
Other hot topics on the list include ability to have more granular control of managing individual players, like who should pinch hit, or who should bunt. These are fairly hefty changes, but I'm keeping them in mind. I'd also really like to add a league where you can choose the best players from one franchise as your team.
No doubt, we'll have plenty of simulated baseball to enjoy this winter at pennantchase.com!
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