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The 2002 set offers a new challenge for set builders. On this page I'll show you a way you can build your set. Remember, Pitching is key.
Step 1: Separate Your Cards.
I do this by putting all my 1st baseman, starters , relievers , etc. all in different piles. This helps you out in determining your strengths in weaknesses in your cards so that you can trade for a decent player you might need in one positon.
Note** If a player has multiply positions, put him in a separate pile.
Step 2- Find your Rotation
Pitching wins ball games and it's no different in showdown. I like to pick out my top 3 pitchers I have and put them in my rotation. Then I look for a bargain pitcher. Josh Towers is perfect for 220 points; especially if your not playing with strategy cards (that 21+ homer can kill you). Towers is a nice control 4 and 1-16 out. He can eat up innings with his IP 7 which is especially good in tournament play.Also Ishii is probably the best deal in showdown history. Although you might want to save him for your #3 starter so you can save points on your offense. Your ace should have high control, high outs, and give up nothing more than a double. Russ Ortiz , Mike Mussina, and Freddy Garcia are men to consider. Even Pedro is an option even though he is slightly overpriced. The 2nd starter in your rotation should be the same. Barry Zito is a great choice even though Ishii is much better for the price and is about the same stats wise. Making tough descisions like this could mean the difference in games. I say try Mussina or Ortiz in your 2 hole. So basically if you didn't choose them as your ace make them your #2 starter. In your 3rd spot try a mid 300 or 400 point guy. Terry Adams (base set or trading deadline) is a great choice. He is Control 4, 1-16 out, IP 7, doesnt give up a double, and has a strong groundball range at 8-14. Remember Rotation is key for building a strong foundation to your MLB Showdown ball club and keeping competitive in games.
Step 3- Find your franchise player
Your franchise player should be the heart of your lineup. He should have a high onbase and a power to be reckoned with. There are many men to fill the shoes.It doesn't mean he has to be a Foil card either. Many great cards aren't foils in MLB Showdown. Mike Cameron is a great non-foil. Shawn Green,Aramis Ramirez,and Juan Gonzalez (Base Set) are some more examples. However you may want to go for more power. A great choice is Jason Giambi (BS or TD). He is a killer Onbase 14 and 19+ Homer for a mere 570 Points. Bonds for 800+ points who will most likely be walked? Or Giambi for just under 600? You decide. Stick your franchise player in your #3 or #4 spot in the order. If he has speed(like Cameron) make him leadoff.
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