WHY bump this thread? Bumping old threads is not done, please read the Rules. You could have easily started another, to present your thoughts. Next time please do so.
Uhm, yeah, he certainly is a manipulator of the system. And yes it sure is rather low.
The Cup draw isn't perfect that's for sure... but dumping 1 stars isn't the answer (here's my guess how your example would handle that: he'll sell more guys, and would buy a few crappy three star/retirees at the end of the season, and buy more Scouts at the start of next) So is that better?
And dumping 1 stars could deprive teams that need the income from the sale of them on Day 1 to help their season start from getting that, Is that better?
For sure the varience in Quality in the Cup can be vast (I am regularly crushed in Cup) but that's the point, in a way.. a Cup with all the same level teams.. would be a LOT like Champions League. Maybe have a limit of 2 levels difference would be nice...