For BDB owners, Draft Day is a moment that transcends the boundaries of mere sports fandom. For some, the day is akin to Christmas; for others – it is Canada Day, Victoria Day, Labour Day and their Birthday all rolled into one day – perhaps more anticipated than MLB Opening Day!
BDB Draft Day is when BDB owners come together to embark on a journey filled with strategy, anticipation, and camaraderie. The wonderful essence of BDB Draft Day lies in the thrill of selecting players and in the artistry of constructing a team that mirrors the perfect blend of talent, potential, and personal preferences.
Draft Day is the day that determines if your team will have championship aspirations or a few more years of mediocrity. What’s interesting about Draft Day is that no team feels the same about it. Some teams love the anticipation of the draft; others like to trade their picks to land a “sure-fire” talent; others look for that “Diamond” in the rough, that one player who all the pundits missed on – but you – and your scouting ability, or the seances you attended, or the dart that you threw at the draft board – helped make the decision.
For over 20 years, BDB owners have been meeting together to build their dream teams. As every draft pick unfolds, dreams are shattered, aspirations are realized, and a new strategy develops with each passing pick. Each pick allows owners to express their baseball knowledge, intuition, and strategic prowess as they meticulously pick players based on statistics, gut feelings, and personal biases. Whether snagging a proven ace to anchor your pitching staff or securing a power hitter with the potential for a breakout season, each pick is a brushstroke that contributes to the canvas of your team. The teams of BDB have been a part of a battlefield of wits, with owners vying for the same coveted players and employing various tactics to secure their targets. The ebb and flow of the draft is a strategic ballet, where one must adapt and improvise in response to the unfolding selections.
So – who is the Boss when it comes to drafting? Has any team figured out a sure-fire strategy of competing year after year, guaranteeing them a chance at BDB immortality? For the next several weeks – perhaps even months- articles discussing various aspects of the draft will drop. Not a lot of commentary, but a lot of numbers, rating the picks, the seasons and the players who have been drafted since 2006 – sadly, records before 2006 have been lost to time – and a few computer errors.
Within these articles will be a team-by-team breakdown of all their picks and a rating to measure their success. If nothing else, BDB Draft isn’t about winning or losing; it’s also about fostering a sense of camaraderie among the owners. Whether the draft is conducted in person or through the virtual realms of online platforms, the shared passion for baseball unites managers for a common purpose. The banter, friendly rivalries, and inside jokes that emerge during the draft create lasting bonds among friends, family, or even strangers brought together by the love of the game.
Let’s see if we measure up. Enjoy…