Sim Models
In BaseHit, you have the opportunity to simulate different eras of baseball history, capturing the changes that occurred in the sport over time. Currently, there are three simulation models available, with more to come in the future.
Joining a League:
- If you're interested in joining a league set in any of these eras, you can visit the Choosing a League page to see the available teams.
- For those looking to create a league specifically in the Free Agent or Dead Ball eras, detailed information can be found in the Creating a New League section.
How Simulation Models Impact the Game:
The simulation model chosen for a league has a significant influence on gameplay beyond just the outcomes of at-bats. It affects the way player ratings are interpreted and their impact on the game. Let's explore some examples:Player Performance:
Player ratings themselves do not change based on the model; they remain constant. However, the impact of these ratings on gameplay varies. For instance, hitting home runs is less common in the Dead Ball Era compared to the Free Agent Era. A player with a Slugging rating of 60 might hit only 7 home runs in a Dead Ball Era league but could hit 20 in a Free Agent Era league. The rating remains the same, but its impact on gameplay differs. Overall Ratings and Salaries:
The value of player ratings in determining overall ratings and salaries depends on the era. In the Dead Ball Era, where home runs were rare even for the best players, Slugging (hitting home runs) has less influence on a player's overall rating and salary compared to the Free Agent Era. Simulation Models Overview:
Free Agent Era:
Based on MLB between 1977-1993, a period marked by the rise of free agency. Balanced gameplay with neither pitching nor hitting dominating the game.
Dead Ball Era:
Modeled after the early days of MLB from 1901-1919. Pitchers had the upper hand, home runs were scarce, and there was a significant gap in player values.
CSFBL Classic:
The original game model from the CSFBL site, used prior to the June 2022 update. Loosely based on baseball in the 1980s and known for its unique quirks, particularly in defensive Range. Existing leagues established before the update can continue using this model, but new leagues cannot be created with it. The Free Agent Era model is the closest alternative. Understanding the simulation models helps you appreciate the historical context and strategic nuances associated with each era in BaseHit.
Part of the joy of BaseHit is the ability to simulate different eras of baseball, matching the changes in baseball throughout history. There are three current simulation models in BaseHit with more planned in the future.
If you are looking to join a league in any of these eras, you can check the Choosing a League page to find available teams, or if looking to create a league in the Free Agent or Dead Ball eras, check out the details for Creating a New League.
How Sim Models influence the game
The sim model chosen for a league affects more than just the outcome of at-bats.- Player ratings don't change based on the model, only the impact of the ratings on gameplay. For example, hitting home runs is much less common in the Dead Ball Era than in the Free Agent Era; the result is that a player with a Slugging of 60 who may hit 7 home runs a year in a Dead Ball Era league may hit 20 in Free Agent Era league. The rating doesn't change, just how it impact gameplay.
- The impact of ratings on overall ratings and salaries will vary depending on the era. For example, Slugging (hitting home runs) is less valuable in the Dead Ball Era, where even the best players hit fewer home runs, than it is in the Free Agent Era; as a result, the Slugging rating will have a smaller impact on a player's overall rating and salary in the Dead Ball Era.