The Hard C.A.P.

After a long hiatus, The Hard C.A.P. returns with Matt, Chris, and Peter (but not Alex…yet) diving straight into the madness of the NBA playoffs and breaking down Caleb Williams' NFL potential. The crew also unpacks the surprising shift in MLB policy: reinstatment of deceased banned players. Plus, it's the debut of a brand-new trivia battle, Second City Smackdown, and the triumphant return of fan-favorite segment Matt Getz Anzwerz. It's the comeback episode with all the takes, laughs, and chaos you missed.Subscribe to our substack here!Instagram @thehardcapcastTikTok @thehardcapcast Get full access to The Hard CAP at thehardcap.substack.com/subscribe

On this edition of The Hard C.A.P. the guys discuss the NBA Playoff, play an NFL Draft edition of Bruh! and as always have Alex's Trivia Question of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up!

In a grand return, the guys are here to discuss the Bulls victory in the first play in game as well as catch up on life between episodes. Alex provides a poignant Trivia of the Week and Matt has a lot of questions pent up, so listen up!

Welcome to the show! The guys start off discussing the Bears options at QB this year and who will be the odd man out. They follow that up with a discussion of this year's Super Bowl, a trivia game of Super Bowl's past. Of course they end with Alex's trivia question of the week and a Matt Getz Anzwerz that you won't want to miss, so listen up!

Welcome to the show! The guys are eager to get started by discussing the new superstar in Chicago hockey and the Bears offensive transformation. They follow that up with a discussion of this year's NBA GM survey and end with Alex's trivia question of the week and a Matt Getz Anzwerz that you won't want to miss, so listen up!

Welcome back to the show! The guys are eager to get started by discussing the drama surrounding the Chicago Bears and what it entails for the rest of the season. They follow that up with a discussion of their favorite sports quotes and finally a Matt Getz Anzwerz that you won't want to miss, so listen up!

On this episode the guys start out talking about what they've been up to since the last episode aired. They then discuss the Bulls offseason, the Bears hope, and the Sox struggles. After that we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt Getz Anzwerz! So listen up and find out!

On this episode the guys start out by discussing the fact that Peter forgot to record the first fifteen minutes of the show. Chris then gives us some background on the Blackhawk's soon to be #1 overall pick Connor Bedard, while Alex updates us on Victor Wembanyama. The guys then discuss their favorite and saddest #1s in each sport. After that we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt is...missing? Listen up and find out!

On this episode the guys start out by discussing the White Sox awful start and the Cubs hot start and where the two teams are heading. Then we have our first ever confidence picks! The will rank their thoughts about the NFL draft and NBA playoffs by how confident they are it will happen. After that we have Alex's ongoing actor bracket and Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up!

On this episode the guys start out by discussing the NBA play-in tournament and possibilities for this year when they are interrupted by none other than 2x Black Reel Awards for TV and Teen Choice Award nominee Lamorne Morris! He joins Chris and Peter in vying for their favorite supporting actors that Alex randomly put on a list. After that we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up!

On this episode of the Hard C.A.P., Chris and Peter are thrown back into Alex's Court to defend their opinions and see who comes out on top! There's also Alex's Trivia of the Week and a very special Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up!

On this episode of the Hard C.A.P., the guys get into Alex's birthday by letting him take over the show! We discuss Lebron's milestone, the Bears offseason options, and the Bulls future plans now that they're sinking fast. On top of that we have Alex's trivia questions of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz! So Listen Up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys are back! Again! We start the show with Bulls talk surrounding the impending trade deadline and hard decisions that need to be made. Then its on to determine who our second favorite teams and players are with a draft that will stretch the meaning of the word "rules". And as always we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and end the show with Matt Getz Anzwerz and his never-ending quest for our opinions. So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys are back! We start the show by going in the way back machine and hearing our Justin Fields takes from October before discussing how wrong we were. Then its on to determine what moves the Bears can make in this off-season and whether we can agree on trade value for that first overall pick. And as always we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and end the show with an entertaining Matt Getz Anzwerz and his never-ending quest for our opinions. So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys start with a discussion of what the Bears latest game means for Justin Fields and his progression, and what went wrong in that excruciating loss. They then move into much happier territory by answering the questions in the annual NBA GM survey, you'll find their thoughts on best players, best teams, and best off-season moves. And as always we end the show with Matt Getz Anzwerz and his never-ending quest for knowledge. So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week the guys keep talking about the woeful Bears, and Alex has a new segment so we can try to cheer him up! And as always we have Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week the guys talk the woeful Bears/Packers SNF game, Alex is back with a vengeance, and Bruh! returns to ask some Bears questions!! And as always we have Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hey Hard CAPpers, season 2 is here!! In the first episode of the new season the guys start the show with a personal welcome and message, then move on to which of the struggling White Sox can be donated to a (hopefully) better next season. And don't forget the trivia question of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz! So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On the final episode of season 1 of The Hard C.A.P., the guys go through the Bulls possibilities with the draft, trades, and free agency as well as whats next for Golden State and where Steph Curry ranks all time after his MVP championship run. After that they complete the first round of the announcer bracket with the National play by play and color commentators. We'll be back with season 2 in about a month, so listen up!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of The Hard C.P. the guys are missing Alex! While he is off gallivanting around the world Chris and Peter start by discussing the current state of the White Sox and beleaguered manager Tony LaRussa. They discuss why he is making the choices he is making, and how the Sox fans are correctly "first-guessing" him. Then they go into the NBA Finals and talk about Steph Curry's great production, Klay's troubles, and Boston's dominance on defense. They also talk about where Zach Lavine fits into the NBA hierarchy. And since we are missing Alex's trivia question of the week, its a supersized Matt Getz Anzwerz! So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this week's edition of The Hard C.A.P., the guys begin a multi-episode tournament to determine who will be the best announcer in our lifetimes! Stick with us as we go through the best 64 play by play and color analysts, both national and local, to find out who will come out on top. You can view the bracket on our twitter page @thehardcapcast. And as always we have Alex's trivia question of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Hello C.A.P. enthusiasts! On today's episode the guys are going all in on the HBO dramedy Winning Time! Listen as they work together to fit all those characters into 4 different groups to create the true Winning Time Pyramid of Drama! In addition, we also have Alex's trivia question of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode the guys put on their GM hats and find out how to fix the NBA first round losers! Alex determines which moves are best and which moves don't move the needle while Chris and Peter hustle and trade to win! And as always, we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt Getz Anzwerz. So listen up! This episode of the Hard C.A.P. brought you to by Anchor. Follow us on Twitter, TikTok and Instagram @thehardcapcast Email us at thehardcappodcast@gmail.com Check out our Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/the-hard-cap/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode the guys focus on the only draft anyone cares about, the "NFL players in specific American Gladiator Events Draft"!   And as always, we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt Getz Anzwerz.  So listen up! This episode of the Hard C.A.P. brought you to by Anchor. Follow us on Twitter, TikTok and Instagram @thehardcapcast Email us at thehardcappodcast@gmail.com Check out our Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/the-hard-cap/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

The Hard C.A.P. brings you NFL draft coverage you haven't heard anywhere else!  Guest Pat McCumber (Candy Corn, Circus of the Dead), actor & resident NFL and fantasy football expert brings his knowledge and puts on a drafting clinic.  After that we have the trivia questions of the week and another riveting Matt Getz Anzwerz.  So Listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this very special episode of The Hard C.A.P.  the guys bring in special guest Lamorne Morris (Woke, New Girl, the independent films of Brian Torney)!!  Lamorne sits with the guys for an episode so big we had to split it in two! In the first segment, the guys talk with Lamorne about life and sports, followed by the inaugural Olowokandi Awards for basketball incompetence! Here the guys talk about what they know best...who's bad at basketball.  Alex emcees while giving out prizes for Most Unimproved Player, Defensively Offensive Player of the year, Most Overrated Player, and more! In segment two, we lose Alex so Peter hosts while Chris, Lamorne, and Matt play the trivia game with an NBA Playoff Quiz, followed by Matt Getz Anzwerz!  So Listen Up!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this very special episode of The Hard C.A.P. the guys bring in special guest Lamorne Morris (Woke, New Girl, the independent films of Brian Torney)!! Lamorne sits with the guys for an episode so big we had to split it in two! In the first segment, the guys talk with Lamorne about life and sports, followed by the inaugural Olowokandi Awards for basketball incompetence! Here the guys talk about what they know best...who's bad at basketball. Alex emcees while giving out prizes for Most Unimproved Player, Defensively Offensive Player of the year, Most Overrated Player, and more! In segment two, we lose Alex so Peter hosts while Chris, Lamorne, and Matt play the trivia game with an NBA Playoff Quiz, followed by Matt Getz Anzwerz! So Listen Up!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week the guys talk NBA season awards, who has the best evidence for MVP & which All World Center gets 1st Team All-NBA. After that they go into pre-cog (Minority Report style) mode and predict how the Bulls season will end and who will win it all this year. On top of that we have Alex's trivia question of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week the guys are talking baseball and making some predictions! Find out who they think will make the world series, who will benefit most from the NL getting the DH, and who made their team much worse this off-season. And as always, we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt Getz Anzwerz! This episode of the Hard C.A.P. brought you to by Anchor. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @thehardcapcast Email us at thehardcappodcast@gmail.com Check out our Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/the-hard-cap/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., they guys discuss the recent movement of quarterbacks in the NFL and which new additions they are looking forward to most. After that its story-time with Alex as he tells us the saga of Dr. J as we've never heard it before, and as always we have Matt Getz Anzwerz. So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys discuss the recent moves in the NFL and the Warriors injury bugs. They then transition to a draft, this time its a draft of the best things about springtime. And of course we have another round of Alex's Trivia of the Week and Matt Getz Anzwerz! So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., they guys have to convince Judge Alex in The Hard C.A.P. Court! Listen as Chris and Peter attempt to persuade Alex on NFL trades, MLB's return to relevance, and of course Ben Simmons. In addition we have Alex Trivia Questions of the week and a special Matt Getz Anzwerz with a personal (and possibly incriminating?) story. So Listen Up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode, the guys discuss the NBA MVP race, James Harden's recent travels, and which Mardi Gras treat they enjoy most. Plus we have Alex's trivia questions of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz! So Listen Up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this weeks episode of The Hard C.A.P. Alex leads us on another segment of "Legit or Cappin!", where they discuss fines, suspensions, dunks, GOATs, and free agents! After that we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt Getz Anzwerz, so listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of The Hard C.A.P. the guys are confident they know who is to blame for some of the bigger train-wrecks in America today (regarding sports at least) and will let you know! They also discuss the bet Chris lost and how he repays it through the episode. And as always we have Alex's Trivia Question of the week and Matt Getz Anzwerz! So Listen Up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Listen Up! The guys discuss the BIGGEST CORRECTION TO DATE and when Chris brings it up you'll never believe what happens next!  Or something!  Chris, Alex, and Peter also go over the biggest NBA trade deadline deals and what it means for the Bulls to not make a move!  And as always we have Alex's Trivia of the Week and the already newly rebranded Matt Getz Anzwerz©™!!  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P. the guys get down and discuss some serious allegations in the NFL, as well as their favorite Tom Brady memories now that he has retired. We also have Alex's Trivia Questions of the Week and Matt Getz Questions, so listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys go in deep on the new GM and Head Coach of the Chicago Bears! They discuss their hopes and expectations surrounding this new Bears leadership group. Next, court is in session with Judge En Fuego! Listen as Peter and Chris attempt to make clear point while Alex tells us all how wrong we are. In addition, we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and Matt Getz Questions! So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P. the guys welcome Chris back! They also bring back Pat to discuss the upcoming MMA UFC fights this Saturday, finish their argument about whether Larry Bird is still a top 12 player, and have a dodge-ball draft! Listen as they pull from a pool of any athlete ever to create the best team! And as always, they have Alex's Trivia of the Week and Matt Getz Questions! So listen up!! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of The Hard A.P., the guys are missing Chris! In his absence, Alex and Peter are joined by Patrick Ryan (Candy Corn, Circus of the Dead), actor & resident NFL and fantasy football expert. They discuss their playoff predictions, playoff fantasy options, and who the Bears should hire! Then, Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and the first ever in-studio (via internet) Matt Getz Questions! So listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys go over the bets they made at the beginning of the NFL season, and when the losers of those bets will PAY UP! After that the guys play another round of Sign off or Write off! Alex will host Chris and Peter as they discuss current events in sports. That and Alex's Trivia Question of the week and Matt Getz Questions are in store, so listen up! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this very special episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys play another game of Name that Team! Listen as Chris and Alex go at it to determine who can name that team in the fewest number of players. And as always we have Alex's Trivia of the week and Matt Getz Questions! Music from https://www.zapsplat.com --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of The Hard C.A.P. the guys discuss the best Bulls loss ever, the one before they won it all. Join them as they talk MJ vs MJ, Pippen and Worthy, and the slug-fest that was game 1 of the 1991 NBA Finals! Here is the link to watch the game: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1j0r8_n6mKE --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

On this episode of The Hard C.A.P., Alex determines all as he judges Chris and Peter on a range of sports topics. Also, the guys gush over the Bulls this season and how good they are and what we can hope for. As always we have Alex's trivia question of the week and a surprising reveal during listener mail. So listen up and hang out! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @thehardcapcast Email us at thehardcappodcast@gmail.com Check out our Podpage! https://www.podpage.com/the-hard-cap/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

In this episode of The Hard C.A.P., the guys play their first round of Name that Team! This idea is a play on the classic game "name that tune" where Alex and Chris will try to name a specific team in as few names as possible! We also have Alex's trivia question of the week and thoughts from our resident thinker, Getz! So have a listen and have fun!

Its a week of changes on the Hard C.A.P.!! First up, the guys have another edition of Bruh! where the days topics are discussed. Next the guys put out a new segment called "Tune up or Blow up" where Chris and Alex battle over the future of NFL franchises. And as always, we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and fan mail! This episode of the Hard C.A.P. brought you to by Anchor. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @thehardcapcast Email us at thehardcappodcast@gmail.com Check out our Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/the-hard-cap/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to the another episode of the Hard C.A.P. Presents: Legit or Cappin' with THE Chris Page! In today's session we go over our disappointments from last weeks games and our hopes for this Sunday. Also, Chris give us his picks in Legit or Cappin' to determine if last weeks stars were real or not and we give our pickem picks of the week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week the guys go all in on predicting!! First up, they discuss their team awards, who will be the best team on paper? Most exciting? Most desperate to win? Find out! Next the guys put on their suits as they head to court to defend their player awards. See if Chris can convince Judge Alex that Derrick Rose deserves 6th man of the year or if Peter can convince Judge Chris that Jalen Green will be the next Rookie of the year! And as always, we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and fan mail! This episode of the Hard C.A.P. brought you to by Anchor. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @thehardcapcast Email us at thehardcappodcast@gmail.com Check out our Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/the-hard-cap/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to the another episode of the Hard C.A.P. Presents: Legit or Cappin' with THE Chris Page! In today's session we go over our disappointments from last weeks games and our hopes for this Sunday. Also, Chris give us his picks in Legit or Cappin' to determine if last weeks stars were real or not and we give our pickem picks of the week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

This week the guys bring back the heat in this new Bulls centric Bruh! Listen as Alex and Chris give their hard though takes while Peter's determined to keep it moving! Later its an all out brawl as the guys decide who belongs on the NBA's top 75 players list for their 75th anniversary this season. Listen and see if you agree with their final cut! And as always, we have Alex's Trivia Question of the Week and fan mail! This episode of the Hard C.A.P. brought you to by Anchor. Link to watch the NBA at 50 special TNT documentary: https://youtu.be/77U8iUiC9GA Follow us on Twitter and Instagram @thehardcapcast Email us at thehardcappodcast@gmail.com Check out our Podpage: https://www.podpage.com/the-hard-cap/ --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Welcome to the another episode of the Hard C.A.P. Presents: Legit or Cappin' with THE Chris Page! In today's episode we go over our disappointments from last weeks games and our hopes for this Sunday. Also, Chris give us his picks in Legit or Cappin' to determine if last weeks stars were real or not and we give our pickem picks of the week! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app