Some times it's the little things

[Frozen Stiffer]

This thread has grown into quite a list and I confess that I am too lazy to search back and see if I already made this suggestion. So, if you find that I already asked for it, I apologize- it's not my intention to whine, I'm merely forgetful.

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I would like to have the ability, much like when signing a Free Agent, to determine (by slider or manual input) how much I would like to offer a player when negotiating a contract extension. Currently, I am forced to choose on of the pre-determined amounts. This is extremely limiting as it appears that the amounts listed equal a reasonable increase (or decrease at times) based on their past performance and perhaps an expectation of future performance. However, greed is a powerful thing. Players will think that they are worth more than what appears besides the 1, 2, 3 or 4-year contract amounts, and without the ability to offer them more and step BEYOND those amounts, you're shooting yourself in the foot. First, there's no way you can sign them to an extension; Second, there's nothing you can do about it until Free Agency.

Also, on this same topic, I would like to have it so that players who originally declined an extension offer do not remain "locked out" of a new offer for that same term. For example, if I offer Hanley Ramirez $3 million a year for a 2-year contract and he declines, I cannot make another offer on a 2-year contract for the rest of the season; the option is no longer available. Sure, I could offer him a 1-year deal, or a 3- or 4-year pact, but what I don't think is right is how I am LIMITED to those options. I would like to offer him another 2-year contract, obviously for a little more.

It would be reasonable and realistic if I had to wait a bit before he was willing to listen to another offer. Maybe I offended him by extending him for too short a time? Maybe I insulted him by offering too little? Perhaps he needs some time to cool down. Fine. But eliminating that option for the remainder of the season? It seems a bit harsh.

That's just my two pitches. I welcome yours.

[Wrathchild]

What I liked about the version of Madden football I had was the player's agent would tell you exactly what he was looking for and why your offer was unacceptable. That was very cool.

[Frozen Stiffer]

ORIGINAL: Wrathchild

What I liked about the version of Madden football I had was the player's agent would tell you exactly what he was looking for and why your offer was unacceptable. That was very cool.

Ooooohhh.... feedback. Nice.

::insert sound of drool here::

[Frozen Stiffer]

In the midst of the revelation over Shaun's good news, allow me to say that I am posting this for the sheer purpose of sharing a "little thing" that I spotted. As with everything else I've mentioned, I certainly don't expect prompt attention to any of it. That said...

It's the post-season and as I was getting ready to trim my major league roster back down to 25, I noticed something. During September, I called up a lot of people from the minors and after glancing at my long list of relievers (I have 11), I noticed that the game only numbers the first 10. No big deal really, but if I have 11 relievers, I would think it should show 11 places, not 10. Observe the screen shot:



This is a fine example of a "little thing", is it not?

[KG Erwin]

For us game-by-game managers, a quick review of the weather conditions during the game would be handy.

[Frozen Stiffer]

ORIGINAL: KG Erwin

For us game-by-game managers, a quick review of the weather conditions during the game would be handy.

Absolutely! Having that review during the game, and thus games that may be impacted/delayed/canceled outright due to weather would be a great addition. I would love to see rain delays and little news prompts warning of how the condition of the day is worsening, or improving.

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[SpharV2]

Thought of another Little thing while trying to play and watch the race today.  When I ask the game to disable ambient sounds, could this please include the organ music and cheers?  I don't mind the crack of the bat, since that ensures i see all the hits, but it's kind of annoying to be trying to listen to something and have the organ doing rally music.

[Wrathchild]

I agree completely. I deleted the music files but unfortunately it still seems to play that annoying organ.