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CapFigure Podcast – Episode 7 (MLB Trade Deadline & Rockies Blueprint)

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 7 (MLB Trade Deadline & Rockies Blueprint)

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, Ryan and Tom recap and give their take on intriguing storylines leading up to the MLB Trade Deadline, including: Jay Bruce joining the Mets and the Yankees’ fire-sale.  Given the recently surging Colorado Rockies, the dynamic duo explore and devise a blueprint to organizational success for a team playing in the high altitude of Coors Field.  Oh and Mike Francesa stops by to talk WrestleMania….enjoy!

  • CapFigure Podcast Intro  (0:00 to 4:05)
  • MLB Trade Deadline Updates  (4:05 to 14:00)
    • Jay Bruce to the New York Mets
    • Yankees’ Rebuild Mode, Trading Andrew Miller & Aroldis Chapman
    • Dodgers Acquire Josh Reddick & Rich Hill
    • Speculation Surrounding Chris Sale & Chris Archer
  • Blueprint for Colorado Rockies Success  (14:00 to 17:38)
    • Unique Challenge of Coors Field – Park Factor
    • Taking Inventory of Roster, Farm System and Payroll Obligations
    • Creative Solutions to Mitigate the Effect of Altitude at Coors Field
  • Final Notes, A-Rod 700 Hat & Closing (17:39 to 36:51)

CapFigure Podcast takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through relevant topics within the world of professional sports’ organizations.  Ryan DePaulo, formerly of ESPN Radio, delivers a witty, unapologetic and unfiltered attitude to hosting the show; balancing the calculated, clean-cut demeanor of CapFigure Founder and former leveraged finance investment banker, Thomas L. McLaughlin.

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#MLB #TradeDeadline #MLBTrade #Indians #Rangers #Cubs #Yankees #NYY #NYC #Boston #RedSox #Dodgers #Astros #Archer #Puig #Schwarber #Lucroy #Chapman #Miller #JayBruce #Bruce #Frazier #Arenado #Sale #Rockies #CapFigure #AskCap

 

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 6 (MLB Trade Deadline)

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 6 (MLB Trade Deadline)

In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, Ryan and Tom take inventory of MLB teams in the final week leading up to the Trade Deadline.  The dynamic duo share surprises from the season thus far, while looking at some of the statistically advantageous personnel decisions that need to be made.  After comparing the value of the “DH” position in 2016 vs. 2006, Tom delivers a riveting proposal to Yankees’ owner Hal Steinbrenner.

  • CapFigure Podcast Intro  (0:00 to 2:30)
  • MLB State of Affairs  (2:31 to 1:45)
    • Takeaway from Standings
    • Cleveland Indians’ Chances of Landing Lucroy
    • Texas Rangers’ Blueprint to Fill DH
    • AL East Predictions
  • Value of the Designated Hitter (“DH”), Today vs. 2006  (13:36 to 17:38)
    • Utility Players, Platoon Players & Rest
  • Message to Yankees’ Owner Hal Steinbrenner & Closing (17:39 to 21:13)

CapFigure Podcast takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through relevant topics within the world of professional sports’ organizations.  Ryan DePaulo, formerly of ESPN Radio, delivers a witty, unapologetic and unfiltered attitude to hosting the show; balancing the calculated, clean-cut demeanor of CapFigure Founder and former leveraged finance investment banker, Thomas L. McLaughlin.

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#MLB #TradeDeadline #MLBTrade #Indians #Rangers #Cubs #Yankees #NYY #NYC #Boston #RedSox #Dodgers #Astros #Archer #Puig #Schwarber #Lucroy #Chapman #Miller #CarGo #Griffey #Piazza #GriffeyJr #MLBHOF #MLBNetwork #Cooperstown #CapFigure #AskCap

 

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 4 (Small Star Teams)

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 4 (Small Star Teams)

Fresh off the announcement of the MLB All-Star rosters, Ryan and Tom create their own “Small-Star” teams. Consisting only of players not named to this years ASG, the dynamic duo debate and decipher which team will take the crown. Noted ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith attempts to sabotage Ryan’s financial future, while Tom hammers home his role as GM.

  • CapFigure Podcast Intro (0:00 to 3:30)
  • Selection of the AL & NL “Small-Star” Teams (3:30 to 31:19)
    • Full Listing Of Rosters Below

Starting Position Players

National League “NL” – American League “AL”

Catcher:  J.T. Realmuto (MIA) – Brian McCann (NYY)

First Base:  Joey Votto (CIN) – Chris Davis (BAL)

Second Base:  Jean Segura (ARI) – Rougned Odor (TEX)

Shortstop:  Brandon Crawford (SFG) – Carlos Correa (HOU)

Third Base:  Anthony Rendon (WSH) – Kyle Seager (SEA)

Outfield:  Christian Yelich (MIA) – Jose Bautista (TOR)

Outfield:  Andrew McCutchen (PIT) – Lorenzo Cain (KC)

Outfield:  Gregory Polanco (PIT) – J.D. Martinez (DET)

Pitching Staff

Max Scherzer (WSH) – Masahiro Tanaka (NYY)

Jacob DeGrom (NYM) – Justin Verlander (DET)

Matt Harvey (NYM) – Jose Quintana (CWS)

Steven Matz (NYM) – David Price (BOS)

Bartolo Colon (NYM) – Aroldis Chapman (NYY)

Drew Pomeranz (SDP) – Cam Bedrosian (LAA)

CapFigure Podcast takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through relevant topics within the world of professional sports’ organizations.  Ryan DePaulo, formerly of ESPN Radio, delivers a witty, unapologetic and unfiltered attitude to hosting the show; balancing the calculated, clean-cut demeanor of CapFigure Founder and former leveraged finance investment banker, Thomas L. McLaughlin.

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CapFigure Podcast – Episode 3

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 3
  • CapFigure Podcast Intro (0:00 to 3:00)
  • C.C. Sabathia Turning Back the Clock (3:00 to 26:00)
    • Alcohol Rehabilitation, Sobriety & Self-Awareness
    • Out With the Four-Seamer, in With the Cutter
    • The Hottest Pitcher in the Majors?
  • What the Arizona Diamondbacks’ Visitors Dugout Says About Us (26:00 to 35:32)
    • War Stories
    • What Would Ryan DePaulo Do?
  • Way Too Early World Series Predictions & MLB Whip-Around (35:32 to 45:00)
    • Texas Rangers (45-25): Lone Star in the AL?
    • San Francisco Giants (44-27): 2010, 2012, 2014…..2016?
    • Chicago Cubs (47-20): Best Record in Baseball
    • Baltimore Orioles: Contender or Pretender?
  • Ending (45:00 to 47:10)

CapFigure Podcast takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through relevant topics within the world of professional sports’ organizations.  Ryan DePaulo, formerly of ESPN Radio, delivers a witty, unapologetic and unfiltered attitude to hosting the show; balancing the calculated, clean-cut demeanor of CapFigure Founder and former leveraged finance investment banker, Thomas L. McLaughlin.

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CapFigure Podcast – Episode 2

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 2

CapFigure Podcast takes listeners on an exhilarating journey through relevant topics within the world of professional sports’ organizations.  Ryan DePaulo, formerly of ESPN Radio, delivers a witty, unapologetic and unfiltered attitude to hosting the show; balancing the calculated, clean-cut demeanor of CapFigure Founder and former leveraged finance investment banker, Thomas L. McLaughlin. Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 2” →

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 1

CapFigure Podcast – Episode 1

CapFigure Sports is proud to announce the development of CapFigure Podcast – Episode 1… Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast – Episode 1” →

CapFigure Podcast & #AllTimeMockDraft Update

CapFigure Podcast & #AllTimeMockDraft Update

CapFigure Sports is proud to announce the development of CapFigure Podcast…former ESPN Radio employee Ryan DePaulo will join CapFigure Founder Thomas L. McLaughlin, in an exhilarating discussion of all things front-office.  All things #AllTimeMockDraft will be discussed, including: CapFigure’s Selection Process, Positional & Schematic Trends and Generational Bias.  To have a question read on air: CF Twitter, CF Facebook or #AskCap Continue reading “CapFigure Podcast & #AllTimeMockDraft Update” →