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Backyard Baseball 2001 Edition
Player List
by: Dark Vortex (Quan Jin)
darkvortex0012000@yahoo.com
Version 0.2
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This guide is copyright 2003(c)Quan Jin
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1. Introduction...............................................[1000]
2. FAQ........................................................[2000]
3. Player List................................................[3000]
4. Version History............................................[4000]
5. Legal Disclaimers..........................................[5000]
6. Credits and Closing........................................[6000]

To find a section quickly, press Ctrl-F and type in either the name
of the section along with its content number (ie. 1., 2., 3., etc.)
OR you can use the codes on the far right. Simply type in the
brackets with the code number to get a jump.
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(_)---------------------------< 1. Introduction >------------------- [1000] (_)
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Backyard Baseball is an unique sports game. Instead of focusing on today's
league of players, Humongous Entertainment had a different idea. What if we
make the players kids? Apparently, it grew into a major success as Backyard
Baseball as well as the whole Backyard series grew into a major hit, especially
for the little kids who just didn't have the skills to play the more mature
sports games.

This FAQ is simply a Player List. I will give strategies and list the stats
for each player. Please do not email me with questions that have nothing to do
with the subject at hand.
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[Q] Would you recommend this game only to kids?

[A] Despite what it appears, not entirely. I didn't enjoy it that much
but I didn't hate playing it.

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[Q] How many different players are there in all?

[A] Correct me if I'm wrong but I count 63. I guess I will have a more
accurate count when this FAQ is finished.

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Here we are, the Player List. I will list every player, their stats, and my
own recommendation. To find a player quickly, search for their name using
Ctrl-F.

(Player Name) ~
=-----------=
Nickname : (The Player's Nickname)
Batting : (The Player's Batting Stats)
Running : (The Player's Running Stats)
Pitching : (The Player's Pitching Stats)
Fielding : (The Player's Fielding Stats)
Game Description : (The In-Game Description for the Player)

(This is where my recommendation and strategy will go)

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Jeromy Burnitz ~
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Nickname : The Kid
Batting : [][][][][][][]
Running : [][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][][]
Fielding : [][][][][][][]
Game Description : Jeromy is one of the best left-handed hitters in
the league. This talented outfielder has a sweet
swing and can hit to all fields. His defense is
solid and his arm is fantastic. He also likes to
play Ping-Pong - but hey, who doesn't?

A fairly mediocre player overall. He has well balanced stats so you
can place him almost anywhere. However, I find him doing well on
second base. If you have any better choices, go for them. Unless you
don't want to power-hitters or something, go with someone else with
a bit more points in each stat.


Tony Gwynn ~
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Nickname : Pal
Batting : [][][][][][][][][]
Running : [][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][]
Fielding : [][][][][][][][]
Game Description : An excellent hitter, little Tony Gwynn leads the
league in batting average almost every year. His
great concentration and Dmitri-like smarts make
pitchers sweat bullets - it's nearly impossible to
strike him out.

Tony Gwynn is a great choice if you are looking for a power-hitter.
He can do pretty well in the outfield but his problem is his speed.
It isn't that low but it isn't the best either. He might do well on
a base position. Just remember to never put him on pitcher or you
will have a problem.


Marty Cordova ~
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Nickname : Shade
Batting : [][][][][][]
Running : [][][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][][][][][]
Fielding : [][][][]
Game Description : Marty is a solid all-around player. He can play a
lot of positions, but is best in the outfield.
With his mighty arm, he can make runners think
twice about extra bases. This power-hitter can
put the ball out of the park, too.

The game description is kind of misleading. Marty Cordova really is
not that great of a player. His stats are lowly and he can barely
hit for beans let alone be an outfielder. Just by looking at his
stats, you know there are better choices. If you do pick him, put him
as pitcher if you don't have anyone better.


Kenny Kawaguchi ~
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Nickname : K-Man
Batting : [][][]
Running : [][][][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][][][][][]
Fielding : [][][][]
Game Description : One of the smarter players in the league, Kenny is
a solid hitter with a good eye for the ball.
Incredibly, Kenny seems to get stronger as the
game goes on, and can play for hours... or days!
He's pretty fast on the base path too. A good
utility player.

Okay, we have a kid in a wheelchair. How can we expect too much from
a kid in a wheelchair against a couple of fully running kids (with no
offense to anyone who truly is disabled)? And unless you're scoring
for a bad team, then I guess you better avoid Kenny Kawaguchi
altogether. His stats aren't great and he can't hit at all.


Kiesha Philips ~
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Nickname : Flash
Batting : [][][][][][][][][]
Running : [][][][][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][][]
Fielding : [][][][][][]
Game Description : One of the best outfielders in the league, Kiesha
hits the ball hard and has a strong arm. And when
she gets those legs pumping, this girl can speed
around the bases. You can't go wrong with this
kid on your team.

Kiesha Philips is indeed one of the greater players of Backyard
Baseball. With impressive overall batting and running stats, she can
do some damage on the offense. On the other hand, she isn't too great
fielding. Maybe you should keep her as catcher or something. A good
choice for a good team.


Alex Gonzalez ~
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Nickname : Lil' Mitt
Batting : [][][][][]
Running : [][][][][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][]
Fielding : [][][][][][]
Game Description : Gonzalez is a decent hitter, but he is more often
known for his defensive plays. He also has great
speed on the basepads. This shortstop's amazing
glove and great arm will make even the toughest
hitter cry like a baby.

We don't really have anything too impressive here except for some
nice running stats. If you want him on your team, take him. He's
not that great but I guess he can do your team some good. Alex
Gonzalez is better than many. Keep him as second base or similar.


Stephanie Morgan ~
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Nickname : Bubbles
Batting : [][][][][][]
Running : [][][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][][][]
Fielding : [][][][][][][][]
Game Description : Baseball is Stefanie's life. She was born to play
shortstop and has the skills and smarts to be a
superstar. Her only drawback is her gift for gab
- she gets so much into chatting that she forgets
that she's supposed to be playing.

Hmm, I don't know what to make of Stephanie Morgan. I have never
really used her in too much detail but her stats aren't too shabby.
She isn't the best the but she can't be that good either can she?
Put her on shortstop if you have no one better in that position.


Gretchen Hasselhoff ~
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Nickname : Jabberjaw
Batting : [][]
Running : [][][][][][][][]
Pitching : [][][][][][]
Fielding : [][][][]
Game Description : This little jabber-mouth has one of the best
slow-mo pitches in the league, plus she gets nice
movement on her hooks. Not the strongest throwing
arm in the field (in fact, probably the weakest)
because she tends to get excited when the ball
comes her way.

I hate it when I can barely pronouce someone's name and this is a
perfect example. I don't find this particular player good at all.
The only thing she really excels in is her running ability but
unless you can actually hit that ball, you can't run. I don't suggest
you select her.