Post by Nationals GM (Preston - Old) on Aug 19, 2012 16:59:32 GMT -8
Hey Everyone - very important update here.
I will be studying abroad in Barcelona starting September 4 through December 21, and will obviously be less active during this time. As a result, I am seeking assistance for a variety of tasks, but fortunately - as many of you should know - once the season concludes, significant offseason activity won't begin until January anyway.
Still, it is vital to have a few people in place to maintain the consistency of the league, and I'm requesting for an individual or two to step up in my place to aid in running the show. Even if you are currently a member of the TP or CO (Mac), please PM me and either confirm that you can remain in the same capacity you're in now, or if you need to be replaced in your role. Likewise, if you haven't been in a league leadership role but (1) are active, (2) have extra time to devote to the league, (3) recognize the necessity to maintain organization and neatness, and (4) are interested in assuming a role/greater presence in the future, do not hesitate to PM me and outline your availability and willingness to help (and to what capacity). To keep this league on pace in being what I consider the best dynasty around (many of these types of leagues fold after the first or second year, so I hope the continued existence and activity encourages you to remain as active as ever!), it requires the participation of everyone!
Anyway, before you jump to help, here are the tasks I envision needing help with while abroad:
Remember, a huge part of this is maintaining organization, neatness, and consistency. For example, taking notice of capitalization, spacing, etc. in posts/titles is important for professionalism and for new members to adapt to the league easier.
Even if you don't wish to have a part in the administrative part of the league, there will be some activities considered necessities to show that you are still active. Come the offseason, the following posts must be made in a timely fashion:
Other than that, here are a few other reminders/things just to toss around:
A lot to read here, but thanks for paying attention. With the playoffs coming, good luck to everyone in the weeks ahead, and thanks again for your cooperation!
- PB
I will be studying abroad in Barcelona starting September 4 through December 21, and will obviously be less active during this time. As a result, I am seeking assistance for a variety of tasks, but fortunately - as many of you should know - once the season concludes, significant offseason activity won't begin until January anyway.
Still, it is vital to have a few people in place to maintain the consistency of the league, and I'm requesting for an individual or two to step up in my place to aid in running the show. Even if you are currently a member of the TP or CO (Mac), please PM me and either confirm that you can remain in the same capacity you're in now, or if you need to be replaced in your role. Likewise, if you haven't been in a league leadership role but (1) are active, (2) have extra time to devote to the league, (3) recognize the necessity to maintain organization and neatness, and (4) are interested in assuming a role/greater presence in the future, do not hesitate to PM me and outline your availability and willingness to help (and to what capacity). To keep this league on pace in being what I consider the best dynasty around (many of these types of leagues fold after the first or second year, so I hope the continued existence and activity encourages you to remain as active as ever!), it requires the participation of everyone!
Anyway, before you jump to help, here are the tasks I envision needing help with while abroad:
- Completing weekly free agency. (Shouldn't be difficult given lack of significant free agents)
- Completing waivers (Again, not difficult, just need to recognize when to go on waivers account to post results)
- **Review teams at-bat and innings pitched minimums to determine teams eligible for draft lottery/draft order.
- **Reviewing Proboards rosters and the Google spreadsheet. By the start of the offseason, all rosters/salary caps should be checked for accuracy. (Is Tyler's list of impending free agents complete?)
- **Filling league. Inactive teams need to be replaced sooner rather than later. TWINS/PIRATES/BREWERS? MARINERS? - Remember to send new GMs to this thread to get them officially in: pbfantasybaseball.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=newsfromthecommissionersoffice&action=display&thread=5683
- **Day-to-day questions/concerns from league members.
Remember, a huge part of this is maintaining organization, neatness, and consistency. For example, taking notice of capitalization, spacing, etc. in posts/titles is important for professionalism and for new members to adapt to the league easier.
Even if you don't wish to have a part in the administrative part of the league, there will be some activities considered necessities to show that you are still active. Come the offseason, the following posts must be made in a timely fashion:
- Your free agents after the season (regardless of tags), here: pbfantasybaseball.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=2013offseason
- Players you are placing your restricted tags on (if applicable), here (deadline to do so TBD): pbfantasybaseball.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=2012restrictedtags
- Players you are placing your franchise tags on (if applicable), here (deadline to do so TBD): pbfantasybaseball.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=2012franchisetags
- NEW for this offseason: if you wish to release a player under protection (ie. they don't have an official contract for the next year, and therefore, with no cap penalty), post those players here (deadline to do TBD): pbfantasybaseball.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=2012nontenders
Other than that, here are a few other reminders/things just to toss around:
- Remember that if you exceed the salary cap/roster limit in any transaction (like a trade), you must post the moves you will make to correct the issue within the post to ensure that we know you will get back under the limits.
- Power Rankings - anyone want to do any?
- Questions or Suggestions - ask away! Via PM or in the suggestions thread: pbfantasybaseball.proboards.com/index.cgi?board=suggestions&action=display&thread=5861&page=1
A lot to read here, but thanks for paying attention. With the playoffs coming, good luck to everyone in the weeks ahead, and thanks again for your cooperation!
- PB