Podcast appearances and mentions of Carter Capps

Just because it looks different doesn't mean it's wrong. Listen to our talk with Carter Capps who has a "funky" delivery that he's made work. Check out Carter's unique pitch mechanics here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PaPy8... Carter is currently the pitching coach for the Seattle University Redhawks

We talk with the man with one of the funkiest deliveries in MLB history Carter Capps. Carter Capps - Capps worked out of the bullpen for the Seattle Mariners and Miami Marlins from 2012-2015, missed 2016 after undergoing Tommy John surgery, and returned to pitch for the San Diego Padres in 2017. Capps had a 100 mph heater, but he's best known for an unconventional delivery that elicited no shortage of controversy, and ultimately a rule change. Along the way, the now-29-year-old right-hander struck out 184 batters in 147-and-two-thirds innings. He's now coaching at Driveline. All Ears does not own any clips or music used in this episode. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/madprops/support

From December 16th, 2020. Carter Capps joined Chris on a baseball-themed episode of Off Stage Radio. Capps, a former MLB closer, was best known for one of the strangest deliveries in baseball history. When he pitched, he hopped off the rubber and toward the plate. Because of this, Ortiz put him into David Ortiz's top-5 toughest pitchers faced in his career. Following his pitching career, he became a pitching coach in the state of Washington. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app

Carter Capps, former big leaguer in the Mariners, Marlins, and Padres organizations, joins the host to talk about his mechanics, analytics, and where he sees the application of analytics can be improved. Don't miss his discussion about his approach to working with athletes based on their individual competencies with advanced analytics principles. Link to the hosts' Twitters: Alex Caravan: https://twitter.com/Alex_Caravan Anthony Brady: https://twitter.com/BaseballFreak_9 Kyle Lindley: https://twitter.com/kylelindley_

Today's Diamond Conversations features former Miami Marlins, Seattle Mariners and San Diego Padres relief pitcher, Carter Capps. Capps, most known for his very unorthodox pitching style later in his career, is now a coach for the highly regarded Driveline Baseball. His coaching philosophy and his success of getting to the big leagues take center stage in this fantastic interview.

Fire-balling Carter Capps is mostly known for his unusual hop-step delivery that was later outlawed by MLB. But what's less discussed is his path to pro ball, which began as a Division II catcher before a pitching change unlocked an ascension to the majors. Capps discusses his path, how he became a pitcher, betting on himself in the Cape Cod League, dealing with Tommy John surgery, his funky delivery and so much more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Carter Capps (@CarterCapps) joins the show to talk about his career and what it’s been like working for Driveline Baseball. We dive into some of the analytics of the game and what they mean to players in 2020. We get some of his favorite memories, stadiums, players and more!

Carter Capps (@CarterCapps) joins the show to talk about his career and what it’s been like working for Driveline Baseball. We dive into some of the analytics of the game and what they mean to players in 2020. We get some of his favorite memories, stadiums, players and more!

You can reach today guest, Ben Brewster, by visiting his website TreadAthletics.ComYou can also reach Ben directly via Twitter @TreadAthletics This guest transformed himself from a skinny, soft throwing LHP in HS with little interest from college recruiters, to a Mid-Upper 90’s reliever selected in the 15th round of the MLB draft.After walking on at University of Maryland and transforming his body/delivery, he spent time with the White Sox organization and is one of the more respected pitching minds in the velocity development realm.He recently opened up a new facility in Charlotte and is continuing to train hundreds of athletes across the country.We’re super excited to get the chance to gain some insight from this guest.Welcome to the show Ben Brewster!Finding BalanceWe have a handful of pro guys that work out at our facility and do some lessons during the off-season. Preparing their bodies for the grind of a pro season always takes priority for those guys, understandably so. How do you find balance to prepare physically for the season while training/programming for so many athletes?What are your thoughts on MILB contraction?If an opportunity doesn’t arise with an affiliated club, are you at peace with “retirement”? Or would you continue chasing the dream through Indy Ball/other leagues abroad?With such a deep understanding of the way the body should move down the mound, do you ever still struggle to make quick adjustments when you are throwing competitively?Early CareerDid you always have an interest in kinesiology?We know that Division 1 walk-ons are seldom in the coaching staff’s “plans” for the upcoming season and have to be nearly perfect to get a shot. What were your expectations heading into your first semester at Maryland?Did you have discussions with the coaches at Maryland prior to walking on?Were you confident that you could “figure it out” if given the resources and opportunity? Or were you just content with receiving a degree and any baseball accomplishments were a bonus?Was there a specific bullpen, inter-squad, or outing that you felt things “click”? Or it was just a gradual steady progression towards the low-mid 90s?Being a player with more curiosity than the average d1 pitcher, did the staff at Maryland grant you freedom to try different things than the rest of the staff? Or did you have to sneak around and “experiment” on your own time?Pitching Mechanics/Movement PatternsDo you view yourself as a pitching coach, a strength coach, a bio-mechanist or a combo of all of them?I love your quote, “elite athletes are elite compensators”. If an athlete is achieving success with elite power output (i.e. Carter Capps delivery), would you still address some of those “compensations”? Or does it take an injury or nose dive in performance before you would suggest major changes?From a general stance, what is your starting point when assessing potential remote trainees? How much does it differ from clients you work with in person?As a pitching instructor, I notice when I try to teach the concept of the “drift” guys often shift weight onto their toe and tend to lose the ground early with their back heel. For those without tools like the Core Velocity Belt that encourage proprioception, do you have any cues or drills that have helped clients in the past with this issue (assuming no major mobility issues)?How do you categorize “tight movers” vs. “loose movers”? Do you find one of the buckets of athletes are easier for you to achieve results with?Arm actions are so unique to every athlete. Are you cautious making tweaks to a player’s arm action?In the pitching world, coaches often turn to phrases like “push” or “drive” with your back leg. You talk about the importance of  “relaxing and rotating” the back hip late in the delivery. Is it a challenge to get trainees to engage their lower half while still having the timing/ability to relax their lower half late?Along the same lines, run and guns/pulldowns and “throwing with intent” are staples in velocity programs across the country. Muscling up, specifically early in any throw, is common when you push guys to throw with intent. I understand how these athletes can become confused when they hear “just let it eat” and then “quit tensing up” after that same rep. What are your thoughts on Run & Guns/max intent days? In your opinion, do those type of throws produce more “muscling up” than the benefits they can potentially provide?I read an article you posted (granted with old data from 2002) describing the differences between Korean pitchers and US born pitchers. With the KBO group having more ER at FFC but achieving less MER, is it safe to say the US pitchers have quicker arms?It seems like US pitchers (totally eye test here) break their hands later than most Korean pitchers. If so, does that give credence to the motto, “force your arm to feel like it’s running out of time”? Do you feel there is validity to that concept?You talk about having a “beginner’s mindset” is a healthy thing for young professionals. Have you ever had moments where you thought you “had it figured out”? Or have you always remained intellectually curious?You highlight on social media how building a 95+mph body & arm is a long and gradual process. I’m sure you get plenty of inquiries from potential remote trainees with unrealistic goals based off their time constraints. I was guilty of this flying to get a Biomechanical assessment from Dr. Fleisig 2 months before my Senior season at NC State. How often do you turn athletes away based off unrealistic goals?People often highlight the similarities between the swing and pitching delivery. What do you view as the main similarities/differences between the two?Going back to your HS days, can you walk us through how “Letstalkpitching.net” got you started in your journey of coaching/training athletes?We’re the same age and I went through struggles in 2008-2013 with my own delivery/performance. I scoured the internet for answers but it was so hard to find credible sources for proven training regimens/routines. How much has the accessibility of information changed over the last 10 years or so?Building off the last question, there is enough credible info sources for dads to have a “dangerous” amount of information. Do you deal with any parents that read one Driveline article on back leg drive for example, that will then say my son needs to sit in his back leg and stride out further?How common is the tendency for hard working pitchers you work with to to over-train?Along the same lines, many pitchers are perfectionists which can make managing work load a challenge. What are the challenges and benefits of being a perfectionist pitcher, from your personal experience?My favorite article you wrote was on hard throwers that hold an externally vs internally rotated back hip/knee during drive phase. Can you touch on what physical attributes you would look to in a movement screen to find the optimal movement pattern for a given pitcher?The game is constantly evolving and so is the way player’s are developed. Are there any cues/drills/statements you made regarding pitching mechanics 5-10 years ago that you completely disagree with now?I watched your breakdown of Jordan Hicks pre and post TJ last week. It’s insane how differently he’s moving now, not in a good way. From your experience, are there any protocols/cues doctors, PT’s, and pitching instructors tend to give TJ guys during the road back that could lend to such a different movement pattern?Were there any red flags in Hicks delivery before TJ in your eyes? If not, can we chalk it up to throwing 100+ is unnatural and you can break down even if you move well?

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about a Carter Capps-like cricket bowler, another Scott Boras nautical analogy, the latest Mariners-Rays trade (this time involving Mike Zunino, Guillermo Heredia, and Mallex Smith), how fans felt about the 2018 season, and a Twitter kerfuffle caused by comments made by Bill James, then (31:19) bring on former major […]

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about Trevor Story‘s improvement, Brady Feigl vs. Brady Feigl, Joe West vs. Austin Davis and an information card, a Carter Capps update, the Mariners’ clubhouse brawl, the continued dominance of Edwin Diaz, the disconcerting pitching return of Shohei Ohtani, and Kyle Schwaber’s lack of clutchness this season, then answer […]

Roy get's a proper introduction, Missions All Star selections, Tri City adds Draft picks to the roster, Carter Capps rehabbing with DustDevils, A run down of all Affiliates,

Ben Lindbergh, Jeff Sullivan, and Baseball Prospectus writer Russell Carleton discuss Russell’s new book, The Shift, banter about bad weather, Bartolo Colon, baseball’s unexpectedly competitive division races, Mike Trout topping one WAR leaderboard, Ronald Acuña’s (possibly) impending call-up, MLB’s low attendance so far, and a new Carter Capps imitator, then answer listener emails about Kris […]

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about Willians Astudillo’s day in the spotlight, Carter Capps’s new look, and Minor League Baseball’s new pace/length-of-play rules, follow up on previous discussions of spring-training celebrations and ground-bound players, and answer listener emails about a front-office saboteur, Steve Carlton’s incredible career balk total, the predictiveness of second-half performance, Ronald […]

Could Eric Hosmer be playing first base in a Padres uniform next season? MLB.com's Tim McMaster and Richard Justice discuss why the team wants to add Hosmer on a long-term deal and where Carter Capps could fit into the bullpen.

Craig Elsten and John Gennaro preview the prospect game between the San Diego Padres and Texas Rangers, review their 3 favorite things from the past year of Padres baseball, wish farewell to Carter Capps, and talk about TV/movies. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about Rich Hill’s heartbreaking no-hit bid and the new and not-improved Carter Capps, follow up on Albert Pujols and player nicknames, and answer listener emails about what constitutes a “journeyman,” Ryan Braun and the Hall of Fame, Ryan Goins’ new type of small-sample success, what would happen if teams […]

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about the new-look, less-stuff Carter Capps, then bring on MLB on FOX reporter and MLB Network insider Ken Rosenthal to discuss how and when Rosenthal relaxes and takes vacations; how baseball news leaks; how the Dodgers’ deep front office works; how he knows when a source has ulterior motives; […]

At the Bell House in Brooklyn for a Pitch Talks event, Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan talk to former major leaguer Fernando Perez about Mike Trout’s birthday pranking, the return of Carter Capps, Perez’s injury history, his late conversion to switch-hitting, what makes a pitcher deceptive, the problems with player development and batting practice, the […]

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about (and/or follow up on) Miguel Montero’s Cubs demise, philosophical Pirates quotes, Carter Capps, unusual ballpark constructions, jams and rallies, and target-based hitting competitions, then answer listener emails about extra-inning wins by wide margins, Jake Arrieta’s career vs. Brad Radke’s career, David Ortiz’s value, rampant base-stealing in single games, […]

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about high fastballs and the Red Sox, Carter Capps, the Nationals bullpen, the Giants’ clubhouse chemistry with Mark Melancon (and without Ángel Pagán), then discuss the Dodgers’ enviable present and future and whether anything can end their NL West hegemony. After that, they close with some episode-ending banter about […]

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about a Carter Capps mimic, several recently released Effectively Wild favorites, a baseball use for trampolines, and Derek Jeter’s prolific publishing career, then answer listener emails about a different kind of fantasy league, a player who can see slightly into the future, speed vs. velocity, a home-run/strikeout pitcher, spring […]

3/30/17 The latest episode of “The Sleeper and the Bust” is live! Follow us on Twitter @sporer @enosarris @jasoncollette @almelchiorBB Leading Off: Who are you most invested in? Notable Transactions/Rumors/Articles/Game Play Blake Treinen wins closer role in WAS Brandon Maurer wins closer role in SD; Carter Capps to DL Rotation spots won: Zack Wheeler in […]

Jhoulys Chacin is going to be on the mound on Opening Day for the Padres. MLB.com's Alyson Footer and Padres reporter A.J. Cassavell break down why Chacin is prepared to throw more sinkers and sliders this season to get people out and when Carter Capps could be ready to pitch after Tommy John surgery last year. Cassavell also catches up with Andy Green to discuss why they decided to sign Wil Myers to an extension and what Yangervis Solarte means to this team.

We're back to get you ready for the start of the season and we've got Chris Meaney, host of FNTSY Sports Today, joining us to discuss players who carry a bit of extra risk when considering them in a fantasy draft. Listen in as we give our thoughts on over 20 players including some high-upside, low-cost names in David Peralta (34:47), Carter Capps (41:31) and Drew Smyly (44:17). NOTES: Sponsor of today's show: www.TeamStake.com - Manage your league's finances with TeamStake. It's free, secure, and easy to use.

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan share responses submitted to a smattering of recent topics and banter about whether old scouting reports have value to teams, then answer listener emails about MVP-vote streaks, Brady Anderson and ex-player executives, predicting pitches perfectly, middle-infield offense, Aroldis Chapman copying Carter Capps, non-traditional starting rotations, and more. Audio intro: Ike & […]

The Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Michael Baumann talk to baseball columnist and historian Steven Goldman about the new so-called Carter Capps and David Price rules (04:00), the evolution of the pitching motion (04:40), and past examples of rule changes prompted by a specific player, person, or event (07:10). Then they bring on journalist Octavio Hernández to discuss his statistical work for the World Baseball Classic (23:55), how big the WBC is in Venezuela (28:10), and how the top teams stack up (39:05). Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about Carter Capps, Noah Syndergaard, and salary distributions, then preview the Angels’ 2017 season with Pedro Moura of The LA Times and the Diamondbacks’ 2017 season with Nick Piecoro of AZCentral Sports. Audio intro: The Super Friendz, "Give the Sign" Audio interstitial: Teenage Fanclub, "It’s a Sign" Audio interstitial 2: The Milk […]

The Ringer's Ben Lindbergh and Michael Baumann talk to baseball columnist and historian Steven Goldman about the new so-called Carter Capps and David Price rules (04:00), the evolution of the pitching motion (04:40), and past examples of rule changes prompted by a specific player, person, or event (07:10). Then they bring on journalist Octavio Hernández to discuss his statistical work for the World Baseball Classic (23:55), how big the WBC is in Venezuela (28:10), and how the top teams stack up (39:05).

Craig Elsten and John Gennaro celebrate the return of San Diego Padres (Spring Training) baseball and give their thoughts on Carter Capps and Christian Bethancourt on the mound, as well as hot starts by Austin Hedges and Jabari Blash at the plate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dennis Lin of the San Diego Union-Tribune joins D.J. to discuss Wil Myers' goals for 2017, outlooks for youngsters Hunter Renfroe and Manuel Margot, the woeful state of the Padres' rotation, and the chances of Carter Capps emerging in the closer role.

Ben Lindbergh and Jeff Sullivan banter about Carter Capps’s comeback, Brian Flynn’s barn accident, the Reds’ weights and nicknames, and C.J. Wilson’s retirement town, then answer listener emails about preventing Tommy John surgeries, a Randy Johnson alternate history, Statcast in non-MLB ballparks, a baserunner’s secret skill, whether defense slumps, a Kyle Hendricks hipster, and an […]

Lesion de Jhonny Peralta, Carter Capps bajas sensibles para sus respectivos equipos. Pedro Alvarez firma con los Orioles Un analisis completo de la Division del Este de la Liga Nacional. El podcast del Mundo de las Grandes Ligas por MLB.COM y Las Mayores.com con Kevin Cabral y Felix DeJesus.

We are back to finish up our position previews for the 2016 season by talking about the starting and relief pitchers. First we cover some of the latest news in baseball, including Carter Capps, Jhonny Peralta and Pedro Alvarez. For starting pitching, it is a very deep position, but one that the top tier players have improved some much over the past few years. How does that change our strategy going into 2016? Also cover hot topics such as is Jake Arrieta for real? Can the new San Fran duo bounce back this year? Can stars bouncback from injury plagued 2015's? Super Sophmores and prospects. Relief pitching is such a roulette wheel all season long, you just never seem to know where the ball is going to drop and the closer loses their job. This makes drafting this position very interesting to me. Also what to do about Aroldis Chapman? Can Glen Perkins return to form? And the one guy you think will ultimately close that isn't set to start the season that way. Of course we finish each position with our sleepers and busts. As always can call into the show and join in on the conversation or ask us any questions. If you don’t want to call in you can send us messages on Twitter @FantasySixPack and @AppleGarthAlgar.

DVR and Paul review the NL LABR auction from the weekend, and discuss the injuries to Jhonny Peralta and Carter Capps.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Passan from Yahoo Sports joins MLB.com host Mike Petriello to talk about Giancarlo Stanton, defense, common fans and player health. Plus, Ben Lindbergh from Grantland calls in to talk about his recent Statcast articles and why Carter Capps is a Statcast dream.