Before computer games there were of course board games. They ranged from the very simple to rich, complex and statistical. By the time computers arrived that were affordable to the masses, sports board games were a unique niche of the […]
To paraphrase Mark Twain, the reports of Statis Pro Baseball’s death have always been greatly exaggerated. Indeed, for a game that was last commercially published by Avalon Hill in 1993, Statis Pro Baseball is alive and well. The game is […]
For those of us who chose the hobby of sports replay gaming there are decisions to be made. Which sport? Which system? How many sets do I buy? Do I need to talk to someone about this problem I have? […]
Back in 1987 Jim Barnes, the creator of the Statis Pro line of board games, spent about a week creating a new version of Statis Pro Baseball. He called this one Statis Pro Baseball Classic and it lasted a single […]
Recently I picked up a small collection of Avalon Hill’s excellent All-Star Replay magazine. This was published for several years to support the company’s line of Sports Illustrated games and is a treasure trove of experimental rules, and add-ons, many […]
Back in the day Avalon Hill produced all manner of games — no subject seemed off limits. From office politics, the stock market, sailing, sports, and any battle from the World Wars. Inside the vast box containing The Longest Day, […]
A wonderful, almost mint version of the 1979 version of Statis Pro has arrived, containing a huge host of players from the 1978 season. Before I write about it here are some of the components and the box. Above you […]
Hey all – just started a new project – a replay of the entire 1992 season using the original Statis Pro game and cards (the last official set, I believe). Given, like so many other fellow sports board gamers, I […]
@ Game 1 – Opening Day – April 6, 1992 – Cleveland Indians at Baltimore Orioles The first of the 2,100+ games before the play offs 😉 We’re off with a see sawing high scoring affair. So high scoring in […]