NFBC In 2008

Walla Walla · Post by **Walla Walla** » Sun Mar 25, 2007 5:46 pm

Greg, After much thought (2-3 seconds). I really don't care if its the 15th or 29th. As long as all the drafts are done at the same hotel. I don't think anyone wants a repeat of the NFFC draft(Las Vegas) that was spread across two sites. It'll be the 5th birthday for the NFBC. So I do believe the CDM group would show up for it. I'm not part of that crowd, though I've talk to some of them. No way they turn their back on the the big 5! These guys love baseball even more than the ponys!

Greg Ambrosius · Post by **Greg Ambrosius** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 2:46 am

Originally posted by Walla Walla:

Greg, After much thought (2-3 seconds). I really don't care if its the 15th or 29th. As long as all the drafts are done at the same hotel. I don't think anyone wants a repeat of the NFFC draft(Las Vegas) that was spread across two sites. It'll be the 5th birthday for the NFBC. So I do believe the CDM group would show up for it. I'm not part of that crowd, though I've talk to some of them. No way they turn their back on the the big 5! These guys love baseball even more than the ponys!

Agreed, no two hotels in 2008. We actually have space tentatively reserved for March 15th at the Flamingo right now and I think Las Vegas won't be as hectic with ConExpo there and March Madness not there. So we're looking at that right now. If we're able to secure a good room block there, we may lock in and keep the same time schedule as this year (albeit without the start of March Madness

).

We'll know more soon, but I promise we'll be at ONE hotel to celebrate our 5th season of the NFBC.

RotoSpin.com · Post by **RotoSpin.com** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 3:23 am

I don't mind either date, I just want the NY location moved to AC! Poker and gambling all weekend and free parking or $5 if you don't have a card (as opposed to $40 as stated in that other thread).

[ March 26, 2007, 09:26 AM: Message edited by: RotoSpin.com ]

Joe Sambito · Post by **Joe Sambito** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 3:27 am

If it is the 15th, I would make sure there is a Florida option available. Aftering not hitting 3 leagues in Tampa, I know there was some consideration to other potential sites. However without the lure of March Madness, Spring Training and Florida becomes a very viable option for some. I know it does for me.

Greg Ambrosius · Post by **Greg Ambrosius** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 4:01 am

Originally posted by Joe Sambito:

If it is the 15th, I would make sure there is a Florida option available. Aftering not hitting 3 leagues in Tampa, I know there was some consideration to other potential sites. However without the lure of March Madness, Spring Training and Florida becomes a very viable option for some. I know it does for me. Florida is still in the mix for 2008, but we are looking at Orlando right now. We'll see how it plays out.

Greg Ambrosius · Post by **Greg Ambrosius** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 4:02 am

Originally posted by RotoSpin.com:

I don't mind either date, I just want the NY location moved to AC! Poker and gambling all weekend and free parking or $5 if you don't have a card (as opposed to $40 as stated in that other thread). I can say that we are NOT looking to move to Atlantic City in 2008. I'd say that's a given.

Top Dawg · Post by **Top Dawg** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 4:41 am

Originally posted by RotoSpin.com:

I don't mind either date, I just want the NY location moved to AC! Poker and gambling all weekend and free parking or $5 if you don't have a card (as opposed to $40 as stated in that other thread). $40? Someone got out cheap. I paid $50 Friday Night and $70 Saturday.

15th or 29th, no difference. If it wasn't for Easter I was going to suggest the 22nd regardless of March Madness. With injuries already to several key players it seems odd we pay as much as $5000 and draft 2 weeks before the season starts.

This should be fantasy baseball first and cards/basketball 2nd if it fits.

Pete

[ March 26, 2007, 10:42 AM: Message edited by: Top Dawg ]

RotoSpin.com · Post by **RotoSpin.com** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 4:57 am

Thanks, Greg!

Greg Ambrosius · Post by **Greg Ambrosius** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 5:04 am

Originally posted by Top Dawg:

quote:Originally posted by RotoSpin.com:

I don't mind either date, I just want the NY location moved to AC! Poker and gambling all weekend and free parking or $5 if you don't have a card (as opposed to $40 as stated in that other thread). $40? Someone got out cheap. I paid $50 Friday Night and $70 Saturday.

15th or 29th, no difference. If it wasn't for Easter I was going to suggest the 22nd regardless of March Madness. With injuries already to several key players it seems odd we pay as much as $5000 and draft 2 weeks before the season starts.

This should be fantasy baseball first and cards/basketball 2nd if it fits.

Pete [/QUOTE]The 22nd would work, but Easter makes it impossible next year. We'll evaluate the starting dates in the future as I understand the concern about injuries after Draft Day, but I also want to make sure we have enough lead time to get all of the rosters entered properly and time for everyone to evaluate free agents in their leagues. It's a balance we always need to consider.

King of Queens · Post by **King of Queens** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 5:38 am

Originally posted by Top Dawg:

$40? Someone got out cheap. I paid $50 Friday Night and $70 Saturday. On Sunday, I parked at 37th Street and 11th Avenue for $50. Sounds like we used the same lot.

If getting Raul Ibanez in the 13th was robbery, then parking in Manhattan for the NFBC is grand larceny.

Sack · Post by **Sack** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 6:40 am

Orlando in 2008 makes for a nice alternative with Easter Weekend / NCAA not a possibility. Be a nice chance to make it a Spring Training Week with the family and still remain active in the Main Event.

TBill · Post by **TBill** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 7:13 am

I'm from LV, and while this may greatly surprise some, I'm voting for what works best for me. Mar 29th would be my preference. I suspect that Easter would be too much of a conflict, therefore, I'll go with Ides of March to Place. (isn't this the horse that Greg won on?) I think the real question is what date works best for the most people.

[ March 26, 2007, 01:19 PM: Message edited by: TBill ]

JohnZ · Post by **JohnZ** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 7:37 am

I like the 29th for drafting later, but I have two local leagues and these are all good friends so I have to vote for the 15th.

Captain Hook · Post by **Captain Hook** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 8:08 am

I waited a long time to weigh in on this, but I strongly favor drafting on March 29. YES this would mean no free agent bids for one week, but it would make the drafts a lot more important AND many of the playing time/rotation question marks would be answered by then.

SluggoJD · Post by **SluggoJD** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 8:36 am

I already voted for the 29th, and I'm voting again for it.

rotatorcff · Post by **rotatorcff** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 9:05 am

I will weigh in with a vote for the 29th.

DiamondKing · Post by **DiamondKing** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 10:30 am

Originally posted by Greg Ambrosius:

quote:Originally posted by Joe Sambito:

If it is the 15th, I would make sure there is a Florida option available. Aftering not hitting 3 leagues in Tampa, I know there was some consideration to other potential sites. However without the lure of March Madness, Spring Training and Florida becomes a very viable option for some. I know it does for me. Florida is still in the mix for 2008, but we are looking at Orlando right now. We'll see how it plays out. [/QUOTE]Family says YEA!!! for Orlando

Vander · Post by **Vander** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 10:54 am

You'll be missed in Chi, or maybe not. If your gone you can't steal my guys next year.

eddiejag · Post by **eddiejag** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 11:39 am

I first said the 22nd , but thats not happening.

I would have to go 15th because of the local leagues, and theirs three of us in that league.

The last sunday in march every year.

Brilee's Brigade · Post by **Brilee's Brigade** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 8:12 pm

Just thinkingon the Tampa/Orlando idea. Orlando really limits you to what Spring training sites you can see, while the Tampa area has at least 5 sites within 25 minutes. Just more games you could potentially see, plus the Braves in disney is almost impossible to get tickets for.

Moneymaker · Post by **Moneymaker** » Mon Mar 26, 2007 11:47 pm

I've always thought that using multiple dates would be the next big step for the NFBC. Many participants would field more than one main event team. The grand prize would skyrocket.

Those who see a disadvantage in drafting during the earlier date(s) would choose not to do so. But the event wouldn't lose anyone.

Captain Hook · Post by **Captain Hook** » Tue Mar 27, 2007 7:35 am

Originally posted by Moneymaker:

I've always thought that using multiple dates would be the next big step for the NFBC. Many participants would field more than one main event team. The grand prize would skyrocket.

Those who see a disadvantage in drafting during the earlier date(s) would choose not to do so. But the event wouldn't lose anyone. SECOND

I actually see nothing wrong with this Greg AND it would allow you to use alternate sites. If there were no legal issues, Phoenix for an earlier date, like Tampa would be good because of the spring training games going on and making for a nice long weekend.

Joe Sambito · Post by **Joe Sambito** » Tue Mar 27, 2007 8:02 am

The NFBC does do multiple dates, they are called satelites, auctions, and ultimate drafts/auctions. However having the main event on different dates loses some of it's luster. There is something to be said for 10:00 am Vegas, 12:00 pm Chicgo, and 1:00 pm New York/Tampa the bell going off and all leagues drafting. One of the main arguments against BBDS is people would start the season of with different FAAB, thus not be starting off from the same point. Similarly, if teams drafted on different dates then they are not starting from the same point as the later drafts have the benefit of more information. Everyone knows the date, they prepare, they spend countless hours crunching numbers and reading prognostications, all gearing up for Superbowl Saturday for Fantasy junkies. I know we play Fantasy baseball, but the draft should be more like the Superbowl rather than a 7-game series.

Greg Ambrosius · Post by **Greg Ambrosius** » Tue Mar 27, 2007 8:22 am

Originally posted by Captain Hook:

quote:Originally posted by Moneymaker:

I've always thought that using multiple dates would be the next big step for the NFBC. Many participants would field more than one main event team. The grand prize would skyrocket.

Those who see a disadvantage in drafting during the earlier date(s) would choose not to do so. But the event wouldn't lose anyone. SECOND

I actually see nothing wrong with this Greg AND it would allow you to use alternate sites. If there were no legal issues, Phoenix for an earlier date, like Tampa would be good because of the spring training games going on and making for a nice long weekend. [/QUOTE]I'll be honest Perry, I have no desire for a two-weekend main event. Filling full 15-team leagues in each city is hard enough on one weekend and the goal of the overall event is a level playing field for EVERYONE. I wish we could host this the day before Opening Day, have every lineup entered online without any errors and FAAB ready for everyone on Monday. But honestly, I just don't see it happening. The schedule will work in 2008 and maybe we'll have a second online alternative for everyone to consider. Eric Peden gave me a suggestion in Las Vegas that holds a lot of merit for 2008 and I'm pretty sure I'll add this to our slate of events next year.

King of Queens · Post by **King of Queens** » Sun Apr 08, 2007 3:48 pm

Another reason NOT to have the draft Easter weekend, even the Thursday to Saturday deal. Problems like this can happen:

(CNN) -- Northwest Airlines canceled a flight with 180 passengers aboard after the pilot began cursing at passengers while the plane was being prepared for takeoff in Las Vegas on Friday, airline officials and witnesses said.

The cancellation disrupted Easter travel plans for many of the passengers.

From the moment the captain stepped aboard Flight 1190 to Detroit, passengers reported hearing him use "animated" language while talking on his cell phone, Federal Aviation Administration spokesman Ian Gregor told CNN.

"He was having a fit, swearing up a storm," a passenger on the flight said. "He was saying 'F this' and 'F that.'"

When confronted about it by passengers, the pilot became "obscene" and began cursing at the customers, she said. "He made a big disturbance."

The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police and the local FAA flight standards office were notified, Gregor said. Police arrived on the scene, pulled the pilot aside and interviewed him.

He was not administered a field sobriety test. CNN was unable to immediately contact the police officers involved.

The FAA officials called Northwest Airlines headquarters. The airline decided to remove the pilot from the aircraft and fly him to Detroit for further questioning.

Northwest Airlines then canceled the flight, apologized for the delay and offered hotel accommodations and penalty-free re-booking on the next available flight out of Las Vegas, a spokesman for the airline said.

The airline said "a review of the matter" was being conducted and the decision to cancel the flight was made "due to reports of inappropriate language by a crew member."

Mike Fergus, an FAA spokesman, said the FAA's flight standards investigation unit was looking into the incident. According to Fergus, the FAA has the authority to send a "letter of admonition" to the pilot or, in the most extreme cases, revoke a pilot's FAA certificate, which would ground the pilot.

"I had to call and cancel two family dinners and we're stuck here an extra night," a passenger said. "We've been at the airport for six hours waiting -- it's chaos. It's Easter weekend...we want to be home."