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The ONLY neutered stats used in the game come from the odb.
Spritze
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Before I answer the questions. The .odb database is the .csv files merged together for quicker access. Essentially it is somewhere between a .zip (.rar) file and an access database. There is no difference in data between the .odb and the .csv file.
Gambo
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I know we have two conversations going here, so I want to try and clarify what is in the files (irrespective of pitcher ratings).
These two quotes "appear" to contradict each other. One states that neutralized stats are ONLY possible if you select the odb. The other implies that you can get neutralized stats from the csv as well it will just take longer (I've run the option of csv and neutralized stats for 1919 and the difference in speed was minimal).
Let me put some perspective in my question.
I have the Gambo, Spritze and Garlon-Spritz DBs. I also have Lehman 5.6 csv (and obviously I have the Stats folder contents.). I can't see into the odb file to make any changes (which is OK as long as understand how it was built and the source data). Because...
I have two projects I'm doing. First, I want to ensure I get the right picture for the right player. So, I have changed the name some of the players so they are unique and done the same for the photo pack.
Second, I want the option to run baseball histories (and possibly on-line leagues) with the following options.
1 Real life stats -real life seasons- recalc
2 Real life stats - real life seasons - career stats no recalc
3 Neutralized stats -real life seasons- recalc
4 Neutralized stats - real life seasons - career stats no recalc
5 Real life stats -randomized seasons- recalc
6 Real life stats - randomized seasons - career stats no recalc
7 Neutralized stats -randomized seasons- recalc
8 Neutralized stats - randomized seasons - career stats no recalc
These 8 options could be with or without negro/japanese/etc players.
Obviously I want my photo work to apply to all scenarios.
I have excel spreadsheets that perform the name changes (I've also completed the photo name changes.) and performs the randomization. What I don't have is an accurate definition of what is in the stats folder files. I have the 3rd party descrition of their databases.
The "manual" implies the only way to get the lahman real and reutraized is via the odb. Which led to the question about what is in the csv files. As I stated, I can't change the odb, but can I get the same data so I can make the changes. And how?
(I suspect once I understand Nukester's question/answers - I can incorporate his concerns in my excel file utilities as well).
Thanks for the help.