THE PLAYBOOK
From the first card to a dynasty.
A short read, then back to the game. Four guides cover the essentials.
01
How to play Baseball Team Maker: 24 players, one season
Draft nine batters, six starters and nine relievers. Learn the pass limits, lineup controls and season loop in Yakyu24.
Read guide02
No catcher? Understanding positions and defensive fit
Read the coverage board, spot catcher and shortstop gaps, and understand why batting order is separate from defensive assignment.
Read guide03
Why 2024 Ohtani is DH-only: records versus ratings
Independent league pools, season-specific eligibility, transparent conversions and fielding limitations.
Read guide04
Dynasty mode and offseason rebuilding: three changes, another year
Keep your club across seasons, draft replacement players, understand form and simulated aging, and protect your saves.
Read guide05
Building the Strongest Team in Baseball Team Maker: Catchers, Bullpen and Batting Order
A Yakyu24 strategy guide based on the game’s rating formulas and simulation rules: securing a catcher, closer and setup roles, batting order and team approach.
Read guideIndependent pools: NPB (2026, every registered player on npb.jp) and MLB/KBO (2024 official records). Ratings, development and games against fictional clubs are simulations. About the data ↗