[kq76]

If you're only simulating, then you don't have to worry about warm-ups.

1977 is a year that is pretty close to the historical averages (since 1920) in most categories so I wouldn't really say the year has anything to do with it then.

Is there a certain stat they're bad at? Like HRs, doubles, SBs, walks, Ks? If so, get better relievers in those areas, maybe upgrade your defense, change your ballpark.

I'd say search out some threads where people talk about how they organize their bullpen. Some people like to save their best relievers for high leverage situations (stoppers), some like to go for a contemporary bullpen with 2 setup guys, a closer, etc, but some people like to make all their relievers MRs, while some, like myself, like a hybrid approach.

Do you have enough relievers? I've been guilty of this in the past too, but a lot of people try to skimp on the # of relievers in their bullpen with the idea that that roster spot can be better put to use on the bench. If most of your relievers are often tired, you probably need another reliever, even if only temporarily. It's not terrible to use a reliever who is slightly tired (yellow), but you definitely don't want to use relievers who are tired or exhausted (orange or red).

If you're not already, use a 6th or 7th starter in the bullpen as a long reliever / emergency SP. I really like having 2 of those in my bullpen as they can not only soak up some relief innings, but you can also start them if you have a SP go down with an injury or go on a cold streak. You might want to consider employing a would-be AAA SP prospect as a LR/ESP on the big league team, or if there are better FAs then go that route.