05-06-2011, 11:23 PM
I don't think it'd be very productive to have older backups as non-protectable. I think it'd be a little arbitrary as what is "old" and most teams can find a comparable part to use on their bench or front end bullpen. I rather the player eligibility to read as below rather instead:
1. Player Eligibility:
Any player that is age 22 or older (as of April 1) is eligible to be taken.
It'd be cut and dry, oh well that you just drafted him last year. If you feel he may be taken, then protect him. It would make for more selecting options. An example of this is SS Brian Haugh on my team. He was rated 74/83 to start the season and I'd have to make the decision on whether I want to protect him or take my chances on someone deeming him good enough for at least the bench.
1. Player Eligibility:
Any player that is age 22 or older (as of April 1) is eligible to be taken.
It'd be cut and dry, oh well that you just drafted him last year. If you feel he may be taken, then protect him. It would make for more selecting options. An example of this is SS Brian Haugh on my team. He was rated 74/83 to start the season and I'd have to make the decision on whether I want to protect him or take my chances on someone deeming him good enough for at least the bench.
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