get_league_quarterly_report

Does the description disclose side effects, auth requirements, rate limits, or destructive behavior?

No annotations are provided, so the description bears full responsibility for behavioral disclosure. It accurately describes the output but does not mention any potential side effects, permissions, or rate limits. Since the tool is read-only, the lack of additional disclosure is acceptable but not exemplary.

Agents need to know what a tool does to the world before calling it. Descriptions should go beyond structured annotations to explain consequences.

Is the description appropriately sized, front-loaded, and free of redundancy?

The description is concise, front-loaded with the primary purpose, and efficiently lists the comprehensive set of returned data without redundancy. Every sentence serves a clear purpose.

Shorter descriptions cost fewer tokens and are easier for agents to parse. Every sentence should earn its place.

Given the tool's complexity, does the description cover enough for an agent to succeed on first attempt?

Given the presence of an output schema (not shown but indicated), the description appropriately does not repeat return value details. It fully covers the tool's purpose, parameter behavior, and scope. For a simple retrieval tool, this is complete.

Complex tools with many parameters or behaviors need more documentation. Simple tools need less. This dimension scales expectations accordingly.

Does the description clarify parameter syntax, constraints, interactions, or defaults beyond what the schema provides?

Schema coverage is 100%, and the description adds value by explaining that the quarter parameter can be omitted to return the latest report, supplementing the schema's default null description. This clarifies the optional behavior effectively.

Input schemas describe structure but not intent. Descriptions should explain non-obvious parameter relationships and valid value ranges.

Does the description clearly state what the tool does and how it differs from similar tools?

The description clearly states the tool retrieves an SEC 10-Q style quarterly report for a league, specifying the verb 'retrieve' and the resource 'league quarterly report'. It distinguishes from siblings by detailing the specific financial and analytical contents unique to this report.

Agents choose between tools based on descriptions. A clear purpose with a specific verb and resource helps agents select the right tool.

Does the description explain when to use this tool, when not to, or what alternatives exist?

The description provides clear guidance on parameter usage by stating that omitting the quarter parameter returns the latest report. While it does not explicitly contrast with alternatives, the tool's specialized function makes its context clear.

Agents often have multiple tools that could apply. Explicit usage guidance like "use X instead of Y when Z" prevents misuse.