Ball 453 Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 I for one read the entire thing, maybe it’s because I was expecting to be mentioned, who knows. I think you make a valid point that the old “tank, dominate, repeat” model has been broken down a bit in recent years. Teams that have looked amazing on paper have faltered compared to teams with depth but no star power. I’m not 100% convinced on your theory as I read it (which may be wrong) in the sense that this is a trend the VHL is leaning towards. However, I do think it could be accurate right now. As our “team of 2nd liners” proved last season, star power isn’t everything and the gap between a 700 TPE player and a 1000 TPE player isn’t as large as one might think. With that said, the cap not moving with inflation has made it so that having 2-3 “star” 1000 TPE players is near impossible while having 5-6 “average” 500-700 TPE is more than doable. I think that is what’s currently breaking the repeating cycle model that the VHL thrived on for 40 seasons. I think if inflation gets dealt with or the cap goes up, we’ll go back to that cycle. In a way, I’m not sure that’s a bad thing. At least it rewards GM’s for having to deal with shit seasons and drafting well. However, in another way I like your viewpoint that maybe this balancing of “good” players is creating a league parity that we haven’t had before. No matter what at least this creates an interesting viewpoint. Fun fact: When I realized how long this post was I considered making it a 590 myself in response to this one. However I fear that could start a trend of people getting free TPE just for responses they would be writing anyway. So instead, enjoy this 300 word response. Barely a week on Cologne and Beketov has turned into Devise Jr diamond_ace and eaglesfan036 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendrick 4,741 Posted September 8, 2015 Share Posted September 8, 2015 Barely a week on Cologne and Beketov has turned into Devise Jr Hates malls, women and stoping at one sentence? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire Tortorella 2,653 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I don't think you need to go rebuild Helsinki style, but the way I see it, Cologne is going through what almost looks like a Vasteras-like attempt at a run with good to mediocre players during a time when the European Conference is at an all-time high in competitiveness. It definitely could work (as in making the playoffs, and for shiggles, we'll even say a cup run), but I think there would have been a higher chance of success (as in cup, not playoffs) if Cologne would have bid their time for a season or two, and then started to collect the players that become cap casualties from the building EU teams. Although this obviously could all change if a EU team decides to sell off some assets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank 5,188 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Helsinki were able to jumped the gun because other gms made shit decisions in giving them all their picks. Draper did what he should have done which is keeping his top picks and still be able to trade for O'Malley and Klose. The only won one really jumped the gun (imo) is Riga by giving up 3rd oa. It's okay we'll rig our way to victory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kesler 1,514 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Although this obviously could all change if a EU team decides to sell off some assets. I will be waiting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boubabi 4,725 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 (edited) I will be waiting.considering the number of picks and your prospect pool that you have, ur not likely a buyer Edited September 9, 2015 by boubabi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kesler 1,514 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 considering the number of picks and your prospect pool that you have, ur not likely a buyer I can make picks and trade those. #Plays Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM 8,735 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Good read. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
STZ 5,355 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I can make picks and trade those. #Plays What level your crafting at tho? I don't think you have enough XP to make picks yet.. NotAVHLM-GM 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boubabi 4,725 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Are you able to craft Rune ? I'm looking for a guthix plate Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM 8,735 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boubabi 4,725 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Looking sharp in my new outfit Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendrick 4,741 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fire Tortorella 2,653 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Are you able to craft Rune ? I'm looking for a guthix plate Free armor trimming!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boubabi 4,725 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 fear me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boubabi 4,725 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 (edited) Free armor trimming!!!! how much cooked lobster for this ? Edited September 9, 2015 by boubabi Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM 8,735 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BOOM 8,735 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 The real crafter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Higgins 3,618 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Just throw a roster together and hail RNGesus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doomsday 4,126 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 I will be waiting. Time after time. BOOM, scoop and CowboyinAmerica 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eaglesfan036 4,598 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 A magician never reveals his secrets Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank 5,188 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 Time after time. The second hand unwinds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kendrick 4,741 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 The second hand unwinds. If you're lost you can look and you will find me Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doomsday 4,126 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 If you're lost you can look and you will find me Time after time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NotAVHLM-GM 1,858 Posted September 9, 2015 Share Posted September 9, 2015 A magician never reveals his secrets So how much did you pay for that cup again? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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