In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we take inventory of the state of baseball in New York City. The Mets & Yankees have flipped scripts, starting out the season against the expectation of most MLB analysts.

With the best run differential in the AL and fresh off a sweep of the World Champion Cubs at Wrigley Field, the surging Yankees are hitting on all cylinders. Aaron Judge, Starlin Castro and Luis Severino have exceeded expectations. Will the Yankees be able to maintain the hot start and win the AL East? Or will the Baby Bombers’ bats cool off?

Meanwhile over in Queens, the Mets’ have been plagued by one injury after another. What was considered the best starting rotation in baseball, now is left to patch up the holes left by the losses of Noah Syndergaard, Matt Harvey and Steven Matz. What’s wrong with Matt Harvey? Are the Mets a playoff contender or pretender?

All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading ““Matt Harvey, The Yankees?” from CapFigure Podcast (Episode 49)” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we question the medical staff of the New York Mets. What went wrong with Yoenis Cespedes’ hamstring and Noah Syndergaard’s bicep, and what it means for the team. Are there any players signed this past off-season that teams would like a refund for? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading ““Mets Medical Malpractice?” from CapFigure Podcast (Episode 48 )” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we tackle the most intriguing early season MLB storylines. In our version of “Buy or Sell”, we separate the real from the make-believe. Will Eric Thames continue to be the reincarnation of Barry Bonds? Is Bryce Harper the favorite for NL MVP? Will Madison Bumgarner’s injury destine the Giants for a sub .500 season? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 47 (MLB Buy or Sell?)” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we explore the biggest robberies involving current MLB players. Which impact moves did Theo Epstein make to end the Cubs’ 108 year drought? Which current MLB superstar was traded for Miguel Cabrera? Why is R.A. Dickey the gift that keeps on giving for Sandy Alderson and the Mets? Well also touch on some fantasy baseball strategy, applying game theory to ensure you maximize your team’s performance. Does it make sense to load up on players who can win you one category? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 46 (MLB’s Great Trade Robberies)” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we’ll take you through an unprecedented three-hour journey to Citi Field. With youth being all the rage among MLB front offices nowadays, we’ll go position by position to craft the ultimate starting lineup of MLB players. Taking into account factors such as age, performance, and future projections; which young players will make the list? Kris Bryant or Nolan Arenado? Bryce Harper or Mookie Betts? Mike Trout or…wait nevermind. Why are all of these young players signing contract extensions three years before free-agency? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 45 (Baseball’s Baby Boomers)” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we shake the rust off and talk Opening Day baseball. Will Masahiro Tanaka’s slow start be a sign of things to come? Will Madison Bumgarner continue to his Paul Bunyan tall tale heroics? How many steals does a player need to make up for each time caught stealing? How many saves make up for each blown save? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 44 (Is Baseball Back?)” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we take explore some of the hot topics of baseball, including: WBC humble brags, Shohei Otani and fantasy baseball drafting strategies. Are old school baseball traditions killing the marketability of today’s MLB? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 43 (A-Rod’s Fantasy Flirtationship)” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we’ll provide you with the definitive guide to MLB prop bets for the 2017 season. With Opening Day right around the corner, we tackle the team over/under win total and player performance props. Will Gary Sanchez out-perform Buster Posey in the batter’s box this season? Will Bryce Harper contend with Mike Trout again, like he did in 2015? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 42 (Proper Prop Picking)” →

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we’ll recap Tom’s experience at the World Baseball Classic. One of the most memorable games in recent history, Tom tells the story of the USA blowing a lead to a fanatical DR team and fanbase. With the finals around the corner, we’ll give our bold predictions for what to expect in upcoming WBC tournament play. All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won’t want to miss a thing! Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 41 (USA – Minority Report)” →