Cobbfather S36 - FULL Topic

Cobbfather, a laid back, active, very competitive world with many veteran owners, has rolled over and is looking for owners for Season 36! Unfortunately, we had a few more departures this past season due to owners cutting back or leaving the game altogether, but we would love to have you!

Our primary world rule is to treat others with respect. No personal attacks via world chat, trade chat, trade proposals or any other form of communication. There are no minimum win requirements, restrictions on moving cities, salary cap rules, IFA restrictions, etc. This format has worked well for us to date.

We also have an active blog, check it out here! Cobbfather Post Gazette

Below are details on the known available teams for next season. The city where the team played in Season 35 is listed, but may be moved by the new owner to any available city. Reserve one of these teams and get in on a great world! Post here or sitemail me if interested. Thanks!

We are full for Season 36, see you back in a few months for Season 37!
12/12/2017 9:37 AM (edited)
One just came off the board, down to 8 openings. Join this great world while you still can!
11/1/2017 2:34 PM
Great League with a terrific Blog.
11/16/2017 1:12 AM
Had an owner graciously return. We're down to 7 now, join in on the great times!
11/18/2017 10:04 AM
Great league, great owners. No drama.
11/19/2017 8:58 AM
Solid world with a core of vet owners, no drama, and lots of great competition. Brought to you by the man that leads World Cobb. alogman1 does a great job keeping things going and also runs a solid blog with interesting info to help fuel the discussions and debates on the world chat. Join now so you don't miss out on the fun.
11/19/2017 1:16 PM
We're down to six openings!! Join today, and you'll be thankful you joined Cobbfather!
11/22/2017 10:54 AM
just 5 openings remaining - treat yourself to a Cobbfather team this holiday season!
11/22/2017 1:40 PM
Cheyenne is now off the board so we're down to 4 teams, things will move quickly so don't be caught on the outside looking in. With alogman1 on vacation I'm helping out until he returns so let me know which team you're interested in. The season is starting soon!
11/25/2017 1:34 AM
Almost ready to start so this may be your last opportunity to grab a team in a very competitive world. Great bunch of Vet owners willing to help newbies, trades are reasonable, and chat board is drama free. Let me or alogman1 know which of the available teams you are interested in.
11/26/2017 8:28 PM
Fun competitive league with a terrific Blog.
11/27/2017 10:12 AM
Only four team remaining. No Cyber Monday deals on teams, unfortunately, but you'll get more for your money in Cobbfather! Join today!
11/27/2017 2:08 PM
Solid world and dodgersrays allows all newbies to sweep him during their first season so join now to get guaranteed wins, lol. Great world and alogman1 condones dodgersrays tanking vs newbies. Where else can you get this type of consideration for a new player? On a serious note this is a very solid world with quality owners so if you can handle the challenge of top notch competition you'll love this world.
11/27/2017 9:36 PM
4 teams left and here's a review of those teams:

AL East:

Former Norfolk Franchise (82-80, 2nd)


This has been a pretty stable organization up until the last 2 years. Last season's team failed to win the division for the 1st time in 5 seasons and missed the playoffs. The offense was pretty middle of the pack with a .261 average. However with Ken DuBose (31, 110, .264) & Michael Henn (22, 89, .292) in the middle of the lineup another big bat and a couple of table setters would change this teams fortunes quickly.

On the bump the pitching staff had 4 double digit winners unfortunately all 4 also had double digit loses as did the #5 starter. The bullpen on the other hand was solid while being lead by closer Yeico Miranda (5-1, 34/37 sv, 1.83). The starters will need to be upgraded for this team to make a deep run in the playoffs but with a solid bullpen they won't be asked to go deep in games.

Good team for a vet to jump into. Needs an influx of offense and pitching or run the danger of spending several seasons hovering around .500. Could also be a decent team for a newbie if he remains patient and doesn't try to do too much until he gets a feel for the game.

NL East

Former Dover Franchise (76-86, 4th) - CLAIMED


A team with 4 WS trophy's and only 3 owners during it's existence deserves better than the last 4 seasons which included sub .500 finishes. The offense was pretty anemic as it posted a .257 average. A major bright spot was Dizzy Hawkins (45, 128, .273) who was a one man wrecking crew. Eli Calixte scored 98 runs while smacking 23 HRs yet only drove in 66 runs. Another masher is desperately needed as are a few other upgrades to get more runners on base for Hawkins to torment pitchers even more.

The hurlers fared better while compiling a 4.12 ERA. Douglas, Fisher, Nunez, Vega & Saarloos are inning eaters and Jude Evans (20/24 sv, 3.63) was a solid closer. Upgrades to the bullpen would raise this staff to the next level.

While the pitching staff could use some tweaking, the offense needs some major moves if this team wants to get back into the playoff hunt. A vet would find this an interesting challenge yet has the framework of a team that could compete quickly. For a newbie this team would allow him to be competitive out of the gate as he learned without the pressure of continuing a playoff tradition.

NL South:

Former Richmond Franchise (73-89, 4th) - CLAIMED


It's been 17 seasons since this franchise saw the playoffs as anything other than a spectator. The bats proved some power, there was also some speed yet a .254 batting average had this team's offense languishing nearer to the bottom of the league. Byron Price (21, 84, .317) & Pepper Gonzalez (106 runs, 26, 87, .259) were the leaders but Hipolito Lopez (85 runs, 21, 104) was productive despite his .232 batting average. Upgrading the OBP & OPS should be a priority.

The pitching staff has a decent closer in Andre Harper (42/51 sv) and a couple of inning eaters in Alfonso Osuna & Juan Noesi. Much like the offense additions are necessary to reduce the runs allowed so that the offense has time to grow.

A great team for a newb or vet. It may take 2-3 seasons to make enough moves to change this teams fortunes so a patient hand is desperately needed to right this ship.

NL West

Former Boise Franchise (59-103, 3rd) - CLAIMED


Seven post season appearances have been followed by three very disappointing campaigns. Consecutive 100 lose seasons have this team further away from a trophy than any point in it's history. The offense had no one scoring more than 73 runs, hitting more than 21 HRs, driving in more than 70 runs, or stealing more than 25 bases show a lot of work must be done.

On the mound Orval Pfeffer (14-13, 3.99) could be counted on with little help from his friends. Major additions to both the rotation and relievers are necessary as is a reliable closer.

This is a team that needs to be rebuilt from the top to the bottom. A perfect opportunity for a vet looking for a challenge or a newbie looking for a chance to learn the game without having to worry about messing things up. Almost any move would be a good move with this team.

Pick a team, any team, last chance to join a quality world for the upcoming season. Hit up alogman1 with your selection and get in today.
12/10/2017 3:10 PM (edited)
Great Blog and very fun league
12/2/2017 2:00 PM
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