To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS
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I dont use Degrom anymore as there are so many other new cards I want to use but I also dont begrudge anyone that uses him as I just quit the game. Records dont matter, if its a bad match up just quit and move on to the next one, I have had no issues getting every WS reward doing this.
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@thegoaler_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@suntlacrimae50_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
For guys like me, in my 40's, outlier is a killer. Reaction time isn't there anymore. So if I can't hit DG or any of the outlier players, that's why. Not because I don't know what's coming.
Reaction time being relative to age is a real thing, and it sucks.
Well, maybe you should have played a sport like Hockey growing up, lol. Reaction time never goes away!
Seriously, don't blame age for that. That's a mental thing imo.You can have that opinion but science says you are wrong.
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It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
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@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
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@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
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@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
Thanks for clarifying, this makes a bit more sense. I always like to try new players but DeGrom has proven to be on the shortlist of Best pitchers in the game along with Verlander, Kluber, Arrieta, Burnes, Nolan, Lefty and the other agreed upon best starters. Still, it would be nice to see other pitchers from to time. There are plenty of options.
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@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
I also have 0 P5 lol
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@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
I also have 0 P5 lol
Same, I switch my lineups around soooo much. I am p5 free.
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@ericulous1_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
I also have 0 P5 lol
Same, I switch my lineups around soooo much. I am p5 free.
Best I have is AS Ohtani and Sig Smoltz to P4. (6700-7400pts)
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You're playing how you want by switching up lineups, they wanted to play with the best squad. Both legit ways of playing. Also I haven't played in a while but as a huge Met fan deGrom will always be in my rotation, cry about it if you want if you are the one to face him but using good cards and players you like is the point of these modes.
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@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
A bit on a tangent, but y’all ever seen a P5 reliever? I don’t think I’ve seen a single one.
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@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
I have a ton of P5 players ( probably 30 plus), but like you, once they hit mark are seldom used
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@suntlacrimae50_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
For guys like me, in my 40's, outlier is a killer. Reaction time isn't there anymore. So if I can't hit DG or any of the outlier players, that's why. Not because I don't know what's coming.
Reaction time being relative to age is a real thing, and it sucks.
Connections are a bigger detriment to hitting outlier than age. I'm 52 and can hit outlier with ease when the connection is good, even on HOF. When it isn't, I don't have a chance.
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@blind_bleeder said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@suntlacrimae50_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
For guys like me, in my 40's, outlier is a killer. Reaction time isn't there anymore. So if I can't hit DG or any of the outlier players, that's why. Not because I don't know what's coming.
Reaction time being relative to age is a real thing, and it sucks.
Try being 60 and doing it...
This rule doesn't apply to @TEXAS10PT_PSN though...he says he's old but he sure doesn't play like it
LMAO....I have turned on DeGrom a few times. I'll be 67 in three months and I'm in my Prime hahahahaha
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@texas10pt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@blind_bleeder said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@suntlacrimae50_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
For guys like me, in my 40's, outlier is a killer. Reaction time isn't there anymore. So if I can't hit DG or any of the outlier players, that's why. Not because I don't know what's coming.
Reaction time being relative to age is a real thing, and it sucks.
Try being 60 and doing it...
This rule doesn't apply to @TEXAS10PT_PSN though...he says he's old but he sure doesn't play like it
LMAO....I have turned on DeGrom a few times. I'll be 67 in three months and I'm in my Prime hahahahaha
You’re nearly 67 years old? And you can still play this game? That is fantastic. I am a good 25 years behind you and I felt I was getting too old. You’re an inspiration, sir.
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@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
Me too.
Which Vlad? There are plenty to play RF that are really good. Put Mays in RF with Mantle in Center. I have both of them at P5, so I don't use them anymore...Now that I have Bagwell, I've replaced my P5 Murray with him and I'll start with him, just as I have been with Ruth in RF.
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@write2shawn_mlbts said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
A bit on a tangent, but y’all ever seen a P5 reliever? I don’t think I’ve seen a single one.
I have both Eckersley and Rivera at P5. Pitchers are the easiest to get because both their pitching and batting count.
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@oreorockstar_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@chuckclc_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@ikasnu_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
It’s not about reaction times or hitting DeGrom. I was early on outliers plenty.
The point of the post, since someone questioned it, is, that it’s December way at the end of the cycle. Why not try using some other pitchers?
After all, on All Star, you can get people out with a variety of pitchers. Hell, I run all sorts of lineups out there. Sure, I lost to P5 DeGrom with a grind squad of postseason players. I had my chances but couldn’t cash in.
I get that people want to win, but I don’t think you are really doing yourselves any favours this way.
If I had a P5 I'd wanna use him.
Its weird but when I get my guys to P5 I stop using them lol. And start working on some more. Its like something I have to do to complete the game or something. Only P5 I keep using is Vlad Guerrero. Because there isnt anyone that can replace him.
I have a ton of P5 players ( probably 30 plus), but like you, once they hit mark are seldom used
You have me beat almost three-fold Wyatt. I have 13 with 10 of them being 99's.
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My DeGrom is not even P1 and I took him out of the rotation.
I guess, sure, it’s a valid way to play, but I just think it is a bit weak at this point of the year. I mean, everyone likes to win, but we were in the 600’s so it’s not like it was his WS game or anything.
That’s just me.
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@halfbutt_psn said in To all you guys using P5 DeGrom in AS:
My DeGrom is not even P1 and I took him out of the rotation.
I guess, sure, it’s a valid way to play, but I just think it is a bit weak at this point of the year. I mean, everyone likes to win, but we were in the 600’s so it’s not like it was his WS game or anything.
That’s just me.
I felt the same way a few months ago when it felt like I was facing degrom every other game, it was super annoying. However, at this point in the game cycle I think people should use whoever they want. He's a top 5 pitcher and there's only a few months left in the game's life. My degrom is at P3, but I rarely use him anymore. I'll still pull him out every now and then for fun though and I don't begrudge anyone who still uses him at this point.
