Backyard Baseball, but I draft a new team

[@matthewbless3335]

To explain Nan and why she's so good at pitching: Certain kids are clones of the MLB pros. There is one female clone for each pro player in the game. Nan Porter is the clone of the Phillies' pro, in 03, that means she's got the exact same attributes as Jimmy Rollins, but here, she has the same attributes as the Phillies' pro, Curt Schilling.

[@asdasf8817]

i think one npc also has the same stats as angela

[@matthewbless3335]

@@asdasf8817 indeed. In 03, she has two clones, Betty Houstan and Bobby Bulgrien. There are a handful of other backyard kids that have similar counterparts. Tony (Jim Kiley/Lena Ng) and Vicki Kawaguchi (Bret Olson/Cindy Chang) come to mind

[@empire0]

I love how wholesome these vids are, no swearing, complimenting players. This game looks hilarious, I love how the kids make random errors too, makes things a lot more chaotic

[@carlfreeman4650]

I spent countless hours on this one as a kid. This is the best version no doubt.

[@FromDuskTilDom]

Personally, I love the 2001 version the most. I'm excited to see how where this series goes

[@drewwik5351]

I spent countless hours on this game myself but honestly I think the 2009 version has the most potential

[@headhunter0025]

2001 is the best BYB but 2003 is the best football game

[@grayd98]

Well it looks like there won't be any more of the series.

[@AlterFilms]

And then he just stopped doing it

[@harismusanovic6730]

This series is dead that’s where

[@elihansford6387]

Nte: says the pirates stink Me a pirate fan: ya don't say

[@thelonewolf7443]

Arrgh me matey, they stink more than *insert clever wording here*

[@MagiSwag]

Life imitates art

[@kingsavagebruh147]

We are so bad

[@danielfrometa7867]

@@thelonewolf7443 smart

[@chasesheridan3109]

@@kingsavagebruh147i beat yall 14-0 and i was trying to get out like most of the game

[@Ninjapanda042]

"Kenny isn't gonna strike em out but he is gonna get grounders" - What I'm hearing is that Kenny is the Greg Maddux of Backyard Baseball

[@timberwolvesenthusiast8014]

drew i saw your tweet about content creating feeling like a chore. i just wanted to say i hope you feel better soon and if you need to take a break you can but i get sponsors probably won't let you

[@c0dysports]

This!

[@hubertastegood]

He's playing backyard baseball 2001, he's clearly not in a great place. I agree, maybe he should take a break.

[@jacob4189]

Yeah he didn’t sound quite as enthusiastic in this vid as he usually does. I understand it though, playing games for a living and playing what people want you to play in order to keep your view count up would become tiring after awhile. Still love Drew though so I hope he doesn’t burn himself out

[@SleeperGuy23]

@@jacob4189 he had a decent revival when he ended the ncaa stuff and was posting whatever. Of course that’s not stable so you need an anchor series which is why he went back to ncaa. He found a decent medium with one off videos and short series. Honestly his days as a youtuber are kind of numbered and he’s probably reached his peak or stagnating. Long term series get stale and he feels the burnout there, short term series don’t get people invested and he feels burnout from that. Idk what the answer is but if he scales back to this being a hobby and maybe go back to his early days for low pressure madden experiment stuff and tournaments. He has to know it won’t last forever so either embrace this being a hobby or leave and focus on your next chapter cause the burnout won’t go away if he’s feeling it this often.

[@ThatoneOriolesfannamedAlex]

100th like congrats (it was me) :)

[@robertmccauley754]

I love that you have your crew of players from the last game, great continuity. This series rules. Just spent a straight hour and a half binging these videos. Couldn’t get the smile off my face.

[@KloneOne1111]

Every time I hear drewski say “hale yeah” it makes me so happy

[@RandomnessMusician]

Kale Yeah This comment is sponsored by Hello Fresh

[@andrewgoff1321]

Nostalgia hits hard when things are declining.

[@BoomRandom]

I'm glad see someone playing the backyard games, at all. Also, I like to think Kenny could easily be your closer. JT leads it off, Kenny stepping up late into the game.

[@harryasmith527]

The Pirates being beaten by a team of children is surprisingly realistic.

[@PoeticProphetic]

The pirates humiliated the “at the time” first place Mets earlier this year. I’m sure the kids would win by mercy rule against the Mets

[@sneezy-pb]

@Jaycee no

[@dogseatpeanutbutter9958]

Not just beaten but no hit

[@Whatdoyouwant904]

@Jaycee as a St. Louis fan I love to see any other team in the NL Central get smacked around

[@Icedrazz]

Welcome to my world

[@jakeb8601]

Played this one the most as a kid. So happy you are giving it a series!

[@bullshark3771]

I played the 97 one most so can u remind me why their stats are lower? Was it the position thing?

[@thebegleyshow3320]

I still remember the team I had when I was a kid. Team: New York Mets. 1st Base: Cal Ripken Jr. 2nd Base: Sammy Sosa. 3rd Base: Pablo Sanchez. Short Stop: Nomar Garciaparra. Left Field: Kenny Lofton. Center Field: Pete Wheeler. Right Field: Ken Griffey Jr. Catcher: Mike Piazza. Pitcher: Angela Delvecchio.

[@raishauntanner4206]

Jesus this team just bullied kids

[@RandomnessMusician]

Kenny Lofton... That's a name I haven't heard in years

[@ShadowOfCicero]

Finally! Another Angela fan! Let's see those curve balls!

[@joshh8635]

Here I am, a grown man, watching another grown man play a children’s game from the early 2000’s. Where did I go right in life

[@BRonSports]

This is the one I put the most time into as a kid I absolutely loved this game! Good to see you back Drew I can't imagine the pressure you feel at your level of content creation just know that we're all here because we like you and the content you provide. If you're able to take a break please do so 💙

[@AlexDelulu]

Gotta give a like because 2001 BYB was my jam! Can't wait to see more of this year!

[@goodfromohio]

In the 1997 version theres a ton of fields you can play on but only for 1 off exhibition games. The season games all take place on the standard field like you mentioned. In the exhibition games you also get to play against the other backyard kids instead of the 4 different bots that they use for the other team in the season mode.

[@Gabonation]

1997 does actually have more maps but they're only locked to solo games (click the binoculars on the window)

[@17AJ06]

“In there like swim wear” is something I say all the time and have said basically just whole life and just about no one knows where it’s from

[@BlakeWR81]

I did not realize how many memories this would bring back. "Gotta watch your kneecaps on that one!" I must have spent 7-9 years old only playing the Backyard games. Football, baseball, hockey, soccer, basketball, they were all incredible. It's funny watching this now and realizing I had more fun playing these games than I've ever gotten out of games like Madden or 2K.

[@SolidSnake684]

I still play this pretty much every year, and your team is actually pretty close to what mine usually is. I always try to pick a fair but balanced team, but every time I don't pick Pablo, it feels wrong haha. Stephanie, Ernie, and Maria are the heart of my team, with Griffey and Pablo in there to spice it up. This game is so much fun man, there's just nothing like it!

[@gschlim6788]

Nan Porter is actually a direct cloning of Curt Schilling in this game, which is why she’s so tough on the mound. They also had Kenny’s clone, Judy Abwunza. Surprised she wasn’t the reliever honestly

[@austinmcclellan9890]

This is the backyard baseball I had, brought back some serious nostalgia. Canseco was clearly juicing in this game even as a kid but he was my favorite player as a kid so I always picked him

[@mdwz9266]

The shed in Steele Stadium reminds me of the DVSU days. Shed side, Strong side!

[@alexseradj3003]

This is the backyard baseball I grew up playing and absolutely loving!! I even took it online on my crappy dial up internet. Good times!

[@K-Bronz15]

The 2001 03 BYB was my favorite. The playing at other fields sold me. But Drew…you struck out 10 times to Nan….

[@babyyodaguy1378]

I love how this is a kids game. That has jokes meant for children. And I’m still laughing at all of them

[@geeyodude]

Some of the best videos. Simple and so enjoyable.

[@chiefsfan211]

Omg i used to play this game religiously throughout my childhood lol all the backyard games tbh, yooooo u guys remember the music players had in the background while u selecting them ?

[@rynomclaughlin1595]

The 2001 version is my childhood Drewski love it that you rebooted the series to this game. also Dirt Yards is a goat field, easy HRs for Pablo and the righty bois with that one foot high wall

[@andrewgoff1321]

I can’t handle it anymore. A series never lasts longer than 4-5 episodes before you move on and we never see it again. I just want to be able to submerge myself in the story that you create within your games, but that is long gone.

[@Milkiest]

Points out outdated logos Doesn’t point out Chief Wahoo lol Also old Ángels logo is classic.

[@jacobearnest2187]

I love being able to hear you spam mouse clicks😂😂

[@former-smartguyy1275]

Please bring this back, it was really fun.

[@thafox8380]

9:14-10:05 mark is the best and funniest part of any video of this series😂😂 Absolutely love the series and all your content!! This game was a classic of my childhood and I can’t get enough of all this

[@f1fan112]

You playing these games make my week. Please keep playing the Backyard Sports Franchise...

[@wiffleball6163]

I love backyard baseball I hope you continue the series

[@Igknight-db3wr]

I would love to see you make a video of you ranking your favorite games and least favorite games that you've played

[@lapislazuli4288]

You can change fields in the 1997 version. I honestly prefer that one

[@RupertMumphrey]

Only for exhibition games all season games are on one field

[@Juliolaguarta1]

plz get this to 10k likes l love this series

[@patrickkanas3874]

Fun fact about Pablo, he does speak English. I saw a short that says that if you let Pablo's theme music play through in the selection menu of the original game and click on his face he speaks english

[@danpierce8862]

I played the gamecube version with my best buddies tossing back some beers and Ricky was our meme god, he got buffed so hard in the GC version. And his trash talk is awesome. When he catches the ball at first base he says "gotcha" love it!

[@conradm4943]

I remember when I was a kid getting an older version of backyard baseball in a cereal box. Simpler times, good times!

[@tko_5]

I grew up on this game and so seeing this makes me so happy!!!🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@drewwik5351]

Try the 2009 version it’s got that 3D depth and more power ups and interactivity. More content kinda. Love this game tho I probably won the Chip 6 seasons in a row 😂

[@jorgecastillo2391]

8:54 nah they really had to tell my man Kenny out here to watch his knee caps

[@haydensortino723]

Not the expert: you taking steroids Jorge? Jorge: casually shakes his head

[@Taylor_slayss]

Crazy Bombers In the 2001 version. Yeah

[@CatWith-AHat]

Feelsbad this won't continue

[@jathanbooher1465]

I played this game a ton as a kid! Such great memories. I was really sad seeing Amer Kahn never getting picked. He dominated back in the day!

[@leachy_]

Sunny day says Hi Ho. The GOAT just says yo.

[@movingtriangle8527]

NTE, I believe the reason why some of your players have decreases in stats is due to where they are. In future games each player has a preferred area and a non-preferred area. I hope this helps.

[@moartrainz4242]

Every single menu is a window to my past. This is fantastic.

[@michigan1231]

we need more backyard baseball

[@bluewulv]

I want all these backyard baseball games on steam

[@DieHarder4ever]

Keep going on the series man. Love it!

[@discgolfwes]

I absolutely loved the emotional hype music fake out lol

[@brziperiod]

Full on and I oop

[@victoriastaal2078]

10:58 that editing is so perfect

[@dr.aisaitl7439]

Ken Griffey Jr. is the best home run hitter in that game, if you use him with the closed stance and hit a ball that is somewhat in the middle, it's pretty much an automatic home run

[@tumu8479]

2:56 is the end of the sponsor

[@acharmandur9360]

GM: Alright new roster is in Manager: Who did we add? GM: Ken Griffey Jr and some JT kid Manager: But what about Jacinda?!

[@MH-gh7kb]

I love how Kenny's running is good!

[@ajo3300]

I’d love to see you play the 2005 version. That was a fave growing up. Wish this series lasted longer!

[@ericherrera39]

Me too

[@01Zipang]

"some of these logos are outdated" *stares cautiously at chief wahoo*

[@nanosum1]

More of these baseball videos please!

[@kaipakta817]

The nostalgia is bonkers. I haven't thought about this game in 2 decades!

[@greg6205]

Great video as always. Also, gotta say, it's so sweet to see a young man making meals for his sister and dog.

[@ben22rivera]

This is the absolute GOAT game!! I played this to death growing up! Still have it too lol. Some of the best pro players in here 🙌🏽

[@chrismartin5759]

Used to go to the library all the time to play this. Thanks for the upload!

[@paulgabella6331]

Not gonna lie, I was pumped for the Giants matchup w/ the undefeated Fishes in ‘97. Kenny was unavailable after pitching the day before. Keisha and Jocinda were primed for breakouts. Would Ernie be more valuable staying at second instead of pitching? Jorge just got the first hit of his career and could have started a game-streak! Steph was about to earn the Roberto Clemente Award. And the backyard was better than the beach.

[@ChirpsalotPlaysGames]

The fact that Jen Taylor (who voiced Cortana from Halo and Zoey from Left 4 Dead) voiced Sunny Day baffles me on how long she has been voicing characters.

[@jackodonnell9685]

"Roll buddy Roll!' had me cracking up

[@jasonglasser1621]

"This kid is so creepy" that's because that is one of the pros. Pirates didn't exactly have anyone at the time, so it makes sense why Jason Kendall wouldn't have the name recognition of a Ken Griffey Jr for example, but he's definitely a pro.

[@lengeschder]

Forgot how solid the chatter in this game is lol... What a ride. What a playthrough.

[@GabeHandle]

13K likes sir. Need more backyard baseball please and thanks.

[@Cozitto]

I was 5 years old at the Mariners Fan-Fest in 2000 and they gave me a copy of the game for free. I played the absolute cover off this game. Great times

[@iannolan2979]

The parking lot field unlocked a core memory I didn’t know I had

[@uryah2145]

This is the best series yet

[@itsdantaylor]

I only played this version of the game as a kid and had BARLEY any knowledge of actual players outside of KG Jr, Mark Mcguire and Sammy Sosa due to the home run race. However the kid I always had on my team was Randy Johnson. He was just the best pitcher in the game IMO. Only several years later did I discover he was the same guy who obliterated a bird mid-flight with one of his pitches. What a wild revelation that was.

[@raishauntanner4206]

Hope you’re having a good life outside KZbin Drewski!

[@ProgressOnly]

This is the generation of backyard sports I remember

[@zjshafe]

This was the version of this game I had. So reminiscent. Try moving the stance (starting from open) to follow what side of the strike zone the pitch will be. Your contact will be better. The pitches you missed on the outside but were timed right would make contact if you had a closed stance.

[@vazquez277]

The way the dog look at the food was so cute

[@i_play_basketball_sometime1592]

“boom Jorge” had me laughing so hard

[@BillyRat77]

I miss Kenny

[@horhey13]

NTE: apologies about starting over Me: keeps watching the first season of DVSU and the Pandas because he starts over

[@timetocelly1698]

If Drewski is having fun it’s always a great video

[@Blabradorlife]

Need more of these asap cant stop watching for some reason

[@matthewhoribe6585]

Its ironic that in this game that Jason Kendall plays for the pirates. He actually played for the Pittsburgh Pirates from 1996-2004

[@kitramseysbrother]

Mikey Thomas is ridiculously slept on.

[@jbdixon4020]

in tin can alley, if you hit one of them balls that keep rolling on the truck or bins, and manage to make it around with the bases with the batter before it stops, they won’t call you back for the ground rule double

[@captainsnaggles159]

Bruh, so happy you picked up Stephanie! She's gonna crush!

[@NotExvinty]

Most underrated KZbinr ever 🐐

[@xRussianbishop]

This is Great .... Love BYBB also Pirates in the basement couldnt be any realer

[@Demolitiondude]

NTE did I make the team?! NTE: You sure did! I did! WOOHOO! WOOHOO! IN YOUR FACE STRAWBERRY! NTE: Wait. Are you Ken griffy junior? No... NTE: Sorry.

[@tunafissh]

I love how both teams have JT

[@cdajah6920]

He took my man Kenny. Our crazy bombers are going to win it all with Cpt Kenny. Also tin-can alley the homeruns are auto if you hit a window in air, or the power bat. that field is a contact hitters dream though.

[@Ben-M-YT]

NO HITTER ON FIRST START IS CRAZY!

[@johnclon1742]

NTE - says Jason Kendall is creepy. Jason Kendall - No, how I dislocated my ankle is creepy!

[@DAK4Blizzard]

10k likes reached! Time for a sequel!