As we all know, the MLB season is set to get going (as of now, anyway) on July 23rd. I wanted to get us going on the season so we can give Fantrax the proper run through and see it in action besides just making moves. Since we are playing with, let’s say, a light schedule this year, I have a plan for us to get our fantasy fix. Please note: This is not hard lined, deal with it, it’s happening stance, but SOMEONE has to bring them up.

The Schedule

Each week will consist of two opponents. The first will be Monday through Thursday and the second will be Friday through Sunday. The regular season will last from Opening Day (7/23)to 8/30. This gives 11 total matchups for the regular season.

The Playoffs

This season is kind of a joke, so why not give everyone a punt at the playoffs for this year at least. Every team makes the playoffs and will be seeded by record and any tie breakers will be the same as in previous years. Playoff matchups will return to full weeks. The first round will be the bottom four teams playing each other while the top six have a bye. The winners are reseeded 7 & 8 as needed and then go to the bracket of 8. Which of course reduces by half as winners move on. The Championship will end 9/27.

Roster Adjustments

We will add a DH only slot to account for the NL adding it as well because we are progressive like that. We also are going to add five bench spots to help account for the anticipated COVID related incidents and player opt outs without seriously disrupting your roster.

No Stat Changes

One of the benefits is to get a feel for how the league plays. Not that we think there are any drastic differences to ESPN but there are bound to be some quirks on how it is presented in Fantrax, We are unlikely to see many QS or CG (if any at all) but it’s not worth changing this year.

Of course, all this will end up being moot when they cancel the season ANYWAY but in the event it DOES get off the ground, we will be ready.