Triple Play 2001

EA Dream team:
Select the "Single Game" option from the main menu. Press [Left, Right] six times at the team selection screen. The phrase "Triple Play Baseball" will be spoken to confirm correct code entry. Alternately, hold L1 + R1 and press Left, Right(3), X at the team selection screen. To use the EA Dream Team in big league challenge mode, select the "Big League Challenge" option from the main menu. Then, hold Up + L1 + R1 at the team selection screen. The phrase "Triple Play Baseball" will be spoken to confirm correct code entry.
Information in this section was contributed by NiKeDuDe0605.

Announcer phrases:
Enter one of the following codes during game play for the corresponding announcement.
Information in this section was contributed by Ryan Softcheck.

Historical commentary
Hold L1 + L2 + R1 + R2 and press Up, Triangle, Right, Circle.

Trivia
Hold L1 + L2 + R1 + R2 and press Down, X, Right, Circle.

Weather
Hold L1 + L2 + R1 + R2 and press X, Down, Triangle, Up.

Additional batter information
Hold L1 + L2 + R1 + R2 and press Left, Square, Up, Triangle. Note: This only effects some players.

Space stadium:
Hit a ground rule double in season mode. Alternately, hit two inside the park homeruns in a season. Note: It is easier to get a ground rule double at Veterans Stadium due to its rubbery turf.
Information in this section was contributed by Joe Eitel, Josh, and CharlesEmerald7.

Island stadium:
Win ten consecutive games in season mode. Alternately, win a game by three or more runs at Win by three or more runs in Pacific Bell Park, Kauffman Stadium, Edison International Field, or Coors Field.

Throw forty-five consecutive shutouts in season mode. The stadium is in Hawaii, with the Spearfish team.
Information in this section was contributed by MoMoney485.

Babe Ruth:
Hit a homerun with a pitcher in season mode to unlock Babe Ruth as a free agent.

To unlock Babe Ruth easily, create a pitcher (such as a reliever) with 100 power, contact, and control. Play in the NL, and bring him on, and just go for homeruns.
Information in this section was contributed by Andrew Lowden.

Another way to do this is to play a game in two player mode and have your opponent allow you to hit an in the park home run with a pitcher. This can also be used to unlock other players that have a homerun requirement.
Information in this section was contributed by JodiBubs.

Cy Young:
Throw ten consecutive strike outs or pitch a shutout in season mode to unlock Cy Young as free agent.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke and Andrew McGuire.

Satchel Paige:
Throw three consecutive strike outs or in a single game in season mode to unlock Satchel Paige as a free agent. Alternately, throw one hundred and fifty strike outs in a season.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke.

Satchel Paige's change-up with either one bar, or a full bar is absolutely lethal. The batters always swing too early, or hit it foul. His fastball is about 85% effective if you go full bar, and up and in.
Information in this section was contributed by Big White Guy.

Cy Young and Satchel Paige:
Throw a shut out in season mode and both will be a free agents. Note: You have to throw two shutouts to get both of them.
Information in this section was contributed by RockGrt1.

Eddie Matthews:
Get a triple play in season mode to unlock Eddie Matthews as a free agent. Alternately, win the home run title with player with the Milwaukee Brewers.

Eddie Murray:
Hit a homerun while batting left-handed and right-handed with a switch hitting batter in a single game in season mode to unlock Eddie Murray as a free agent.

Ernie Banks:
Get six double plays in one game in season mode to unlock Ernie Banks as a free agent.
Information in this section was contributed by Ryan Softy.

Frank Robinson:
Leadoff a game with back-to-back homeruns to unlock Frank Robinson as a free agent. Alternately, win the National League triple crown.
Information in this section was contributed by Joe Eitel.

Hank Aaron:
Hit four consecutive homeruns or four total homeruns in a single game in season mode to unlock Hank Aaron as a free agent.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke.

Harmon Killebrew:
Hit three homeruns over 500 feet in season mode to unlock Harmon Killebrew as a free agent. Alternately, get a triple play and two double plays in single game mode or season mode.
Information in this section was contributed by Chrisdude8.

Jackie Robinson:
Steal second base and third base with the same player in a single game in season mode to unlock Jackie Robinson as a free agent. Alternately, steal home in a post-season game.
Information in this section was contributed by RockGrt1.

Jimmie Foxx:
Hit a ground rule double in season mode to unlock Jimmie Foxx as a free agent. Alternately, hit the foul pole while batting or get 8 RBIs by one player in a game.
Information in this section was contributed by Likwitryda.

Lou Gehrig:
Hit a single, double, triple, and homerun in a single game in season mode to unlock Lou Gehrig as a free agent.

Mel Ott:
Hit a home-run with a player that is shorter than 5'7" to unlock Mel Ott as a free agent. Alternately, hit a grand slam during the World Series.

Mickey Mantel:
Hit a homerun that travels over 575 feet in season mode to unlock Mickey Mantel as a free agent. Alternately, win the Triple Crown with any American League player.

The easiest way to get Mantle is to play a single game in Space Stadium. The low gravity park almost guarantees at least one 575+ ft. homerun.
Information in this section was contributed by Joe Eitel.

Mike Schmidt:
Hit two in-the-park homeruns in a single game in season mode to unlock Mike Schmidt as a free agent. Alternately, hit four home runs with the same player in a single game.

Reggie Jackson:
Hit an in-the-park homerun in season mode to unlock Reggie Jackson as a free agent. Alternately, hit ten home runs with a team.

Ted Williams:
Get three double plays in a single game in season mode to unlock Ted Williams as a free agent. Note: This also unlocks the power-up defense.
Information in this section was contributed by Likwitryda.

Hit six consecutive homeruns in a game with the same batter in season mode and unlock Ted Williams as a free agent.
Information in this section was contributed by David T.

Ty Cobb:
Hit two triples in a single game in season mode to unlock Ty Cobb as a free agent. Alternately, win the World Series as the Detroit Tigers.

Willie Mays:
Get four diving catches or get a single, homerun, and a diving catch with the same player in a post-season game to unlock Willie Mays as a free agent.

Willie McCovey:
Hit three consecutive homeruns in season mode to unlock Willie McCovey as a free agent. Alternately, win the World Series as the San Francisco Giants.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke.

Skinny players:
Hit a homerun with a player that weighs less than 160 pounds.

Large players:
Hit a homerun with a player that weighs over 250 pounds.

Invisible players:
Hit two triples with the same player in a single game in season mode.

Tiny players:
Get twelve hits with your team in a single game.

Fast players:
Steal every base in a single game or have one player get three stolen bases in a single game.
Information in this section was contributed by Josh.

Tall players:
Have your team get eight hits in one game.

CPU assist:
Win a game by ten or more runs.

Pencil head:
Strike out six consecutive times when batting in season mode.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke.

Big head:
Score four runs in a game with your team.

Huge head:
Score eight runs in a game with your team.

Pulsating head:
Score twelve runs in a game with your team.

Tiny head:
Get sixteen hits with your team in a single game.

Strong arm:
Get caught stealing more than twice in one game in season mode.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke.

Power-up defense:
Get three double plays in a single game in season mode. Note: This also unlocks Ted Williams.

Power-up offense:
Hit ten homeruns in one regular season game.
Information in this section was contributed by E.J. Matos.

Hit ten homeruns in a row without an out) with any player of your choice in big league challenge on extreme (it will increase your power). Then, hit another 10 homeruns in a row and you be able to hit the ball over 1000 feet.
Information in this section was contributed by josh.

Power-up speed:
Steal two consecutive bases with the same player in season mode.
Information in this section was contributed by Roxie Sellers.

Big bat:
Hit two consecutive homeruns in season mode.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke and Roxie Sellers.

Pulsating bat:
Score five runs by the same player.

Short bat:
Strikeout twenty consecutive batters.
Information in this section was contributed by Kevin Campagna.

Small bat:
Have the same batter get struck out three times in one game.
Information in this section was contributed by Darian.

Aluminum bat:
Hit six homeruns in a game.

Flaming ball:
Throw six consecutive strike outs in season mode.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke.

Big ball:
Throw nine consecutive strike outs in season mode.
Information in this section was contributed by SinjnHawke.

Huge ball:
Throw six consecutive strike outs in season mode.

Big glove:
Make a diving catch or an over the wall catch to unlock the big glove.
Information in this section was contributed by Joe Eitel and MiNiKoBe8.

Huge glove:
Make two diving catches in a game.

Pulsating glove:
Make three diving catches in a game.

Hidden teams:
After you have completed a whole season, playoffs, and win the World Series you will play six extra teams (in order): World All-Stars, Puerto Rican All-Stars, Dominican Republic All-Stars, U.S.A. All-Stars, Legendary All-Stars, and the Triple Play 2001 Dream Team (has big bats and hits homeruns 95% of the time).
Information in this section was contributed by Ryan Softcheck and JKWJRJAX.

Big League Challenge power boost:
Hit ten consecutive homeruns in Big League Challenge to get a boost in power, which is noted with a flaming baseball.. With seven more consecutive homeruns, you will receive another boost in power, which is noted by a pulsating bat.
Information in this section was contributed by Scott Koral.

Homerun sounds:
Press Triangle or Square to hear air horns or Circle to hear whistles while running around the bases after hitting a homerun. Note: Set the Sound FX volume to maximum for best results.
Information in this section was contributed by Ryan Softcheck and NiKeDuDe0605.

Easy homeruns:
Press Up + Square when batting to hit more homeruns.
Information in this section was contributed by Twolfk11688.

Hint: Long homeruns:
Select the Space Stadium in Big League Challenge in one on one or tournament mode. Play as Ken Griffy Jr., Mark Mcguire, or anyone else with over 30 homeruns. While playing swing with Up + X to hit a 800 foot or more homer almost every time.
Information in this section was contributed by ChickHen.

Go to the Space Stadium in Big League Challenge Tournament mode and get Hank Aaron. Hold Square + Up and keep them held after hitting the ball. It takes practice, but if done correctly, the ball should go 900 to 1,000 feet. Note: Try to hit it toward the right field foul pole, but make sure it stays fair.
Information in this section was contributed by David Gross.

Hint: Easy strikeouts:
Use the following trick to strikeout the CPU under any difficulty setting. Throw two strikes, then on the last pitch, throw a fastball or change up high or wide.
Information in this section was contributed by JodiBubs.

Throw two fast screwballs and then a slow fast ball.
Information in this section was contributed by mike slater.

Put a pitcher on the mound who can pitch splitfinger fastballs or sinkers. Make the pitcher pitch a high splitfinger fastball or change up. The CPU batter will swing at the ball and miss it about 95 percent of the time.
Information in this section was contributed by SMC9889.

Hint: Easy pop ups:
Hold Up before pitching a fast ball. The batter will almost always pop it up for a easy catch.
Information in this section was contributed by JakethaSnake007.

Hint: Easy grounders:
Hold Down during any pitch for a grounder to an infielder for easy triple, double and single plays. This works best with the screwball.
Information in this section was contributed by KMMHERE.

Hint: Unlock cheats easily:
Begin game play in two player mode while using both controllers. Keep hitting homeruns, triples, and more off fastballs by pressing X(2) on controller two. Note: Make sure that you include ground ruled doubles and inside the park homeruns. Also, pitch and strikeout the player two in all 27 at bats in the 9 inning game. You can also unlock the codes in single game or exhibition modes.
Information in this section was contributed by And1220.

Hint: Defeating the Triple Play 2001 Dream Team and other All-Star teams:
Have a pitcher who has a change-up as one of his pitches. Then, throw inside change-ups to every batter.
Information in this section was contributed by RockGrt1.

Hint: Pitching as John Smoltz:
When pitching John Smoltz, use his curve or slider. Get it up to two blocks and the batters will mostly swing and miss because they break late.
Information in this section was contributed by Josh.

Hint: Lucky numbers:
Some numbers can be very lucky for certain players. Just trade the players to teams which have players with the same numbers, create players with the same numbers and sign them to the same team, or sign the players. Some examples are:
Information in this section was contributed by Robert Evers.

Ken Griffey Jr: 33
Fernando Tatis: 26
Mark McGwire: 30
Frank Thomas: 37
Matt Lawton: 60
Juan Gonzalez: 36

Better defense:
Before throwing the first pitch, move the outfield in two "clicks" and over either to the left or right to align the center fielder behind the pitcher. Note: The center fielder should not be all the way up (at second base). If that happens, move him back one click. Most of the time, with any line drive or normal base hit to the outfield, you can throw the runner out at first base by using a "power throw". This works especially well with the "Powerup Defense". There is also still time to get back to the wall if he hits a long fly.
Information in this section was contributed by Andy Bayles.

Hint: Increase chances of a hit:
When hitting, do not hold down the D-pad. Press X and you will get a better chance at a hit. Wait long enough and press X and you will sometimes get a double down the right field line. When doing this and pressing Square, you can get a double more easily and at times even a home run.
Information in this section was contributed by Robert Evers.

Hint: Easy points:
Keep stealing to unlock the Fast Players and Power-Up Speed bonuses. Use both of them and you can bunt for easy hits. By the time pitcher picks up ball your batter will be at first. If he tosses to first base, start for second base and you will reach it before the first baseman throws the ball. If you want to make hits, just hit into the outfield and you will get triples and homeruns. Then, use the suicide squeeze to bring your baserunner home. Note: Stealing home before pitch makes it to the plate will also unlock Jackie Robinson.
Information in this section was contributed by Andrew Lowden.

Hint: Perfect game:
Earn or purchase Satchel Paige (recommended) or Cy Young and have them start the game. If you have Paige, throw a screwball. If you have Young, throw a slider. After selecting the pitch, hold Up + X until the pitch meter reaches three bars. 95% of the time, the slider will catch them looking. 99.9% of the time, the screwball will get the job done.
Information in this section was contributed by Ryan Softcheck.

Hint: Get the lineup you want with points caps draft:
Since you have to average around 75 points a draftee, you can usually get a 90-100 level player for your first two picks before you cannot exceed 75 points. This is also true for the CPU. The CPU will always draft the max player points possible each time (i.e. 75 points player after 75 points player). It will always take pitchers and Marquee players, but not outfielders. For example, choose Pedro round one, Maddux round two and then Kerry Wood round three. Since Wood is a 57, you will have 18 extra points and can pick up A Rod on the next round. Usually players such as Shawn Green, Albert Belle, Carl Everett, and Juan Gonzalez are still available through 10-16 rounds. So select a 57 point man at first base, pick up Shawn Green and trade him for McQwire.
Information in this section was contributed by Andrew Lowden.

Hint: Points list:
The game awards points for doing certain things in season mode, . These points can be used in the season store to buy new stadiums, legendary players and better player attributes. The point system is as follows:

Event	Points
Grand slam	400
Homerun	300
Triple play	500
Double play	300
Stolen base	200
Triples	300
Doubles	200
Strike out opponent	200
RBIs	100
Win	100

Note: Four or more homeruns cap out at 1000 points.
Information in this section was contributed by Kevinator.

Hint: Drafting with or without points cap:
When you begin drafting with or without the points cap, you can get a better team by drafting the worst player you can in the following positions: SS, 3rd, RF, and five pitchers. This should be done because there are eight players on the free agent list who will help you while trading to get the players you want. These players are:

Player	Pos.	Rating
Mendy Lopez	SS	70
Russ Davis	3rd	71
Butch Huskey	RF	70
Hideo Nomo	SP	84
R. Coppinger	SP	75
Mark Portugal	SP	74
Pat Rapp	SP	74
Dave Eiland	SP	71

Hint: Legendary Players prices at the Season Store:

Position	Name	Cost
P	Satchel Paige	90,000
P	Cy Young	90,000
1B	Harmon Killebrew	60,000
1B	Jimmie Foxx	70,000
1B	Willie McCovey	60,000
1B	Eddie Murray	50,000
1B	Lou Gehrig	130,000
2B	Jackie Robinson	110,000
3B	Mike Schmidt	80,000
3B	Eddie Matthews	50,000
SS	Ernie Banks	80,000
LF	Ted Williams	150,000
CF	Willie Mays	150,000
CF	Mickey Mantle	140,000
CF	Ty Cobb	120,000
RF	Hank Aaron	140,000
RF	Babe Ruth	200,000
RF	Frank Robinson	70,000
RF	Reggie Jackson	90,000
RF	Mel Ott	50,000

Information in this section was contributed by TiGeRs0731.

Hint: Stadium prices at the Season Store:

Name	Cost
Space Stadium	30,000
Island Stadium	35,000
Cashman Field	40,000

Information in this section was contributed by TiGeRs0731.

Hint: Recommended teams:
The following does very well in three inning games.
Information in this section was contributed by cez4.

C: Mike Piazza
1B: Mark McGuire
2B: Roberto Alomar
SS: Nomar Garciapparra
3B: Cal Ripken Jr.
LF: Barry Bonds
CF: Ken Griffey Jr.
RF: Sammy Sosa
SP: Pedro Martinez
SP: Roger Clemens
SP: Mike Mussina
SP: Randy Johnson
SP: Created Pitcher
CP: Mariana Rivera

Create the following team for season mode:
Information in this section was contributed by David fulero.

SP: Pedro Martinez BOS
SP: Randy Johnson ARI
SP: Orlando Hernandez NYY
SP: Kevin Brown LAD
SP: Dennis Springer FLA
CP:Troy Percival ANA
CP: Mariano Rivera NYY
1B: Rafael Palmeiro TEX
1B: Mark McGuire STL
2B:Roberto Alomar CLE
3B:Chipper Jones ATL
3B:Fernando Tatis STL
SS: Nomar Garciaparra BOS
SS: Derek Jeter NYY
SS: Alex Rodreguiz SEA
LF: Barry Bonds SFG
LF: Gary Sheffield LAD
CF: Ken Griffey Jr. SEA
CF: Bernie Williams NYY
RF: Manny Rameirez CLE
RF: Sammy Sosa CHC

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