CapFigure PodCast

CapFigure PodCast

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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September 20, 2017 29 mins
In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we explore the absurdity that is the American Financial System. How did Equifax lose the personal information of 140 million Americans? Why did they have your information, to begin with? Is there anything you can do to protect yourself? This past week JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon called Bitcoin "a fraud", while his company then went on to be one of the largest purchasers of the digital curr...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we take a look at some of the ridiculous narratives and stories in the sports world. Is Colin Kaepernick's a free agent because of his own actions? The NCAA recently made a student-athlete choose between his Division 1 Football scholarship and the money he made off of his YouTube videos. Yes, seriously. The NFL's policy on suspension of players for marijuana use is absolutely hypocritical in...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we examine the intricies of Daily Fantasy Sports, including the fees taken by each of the sites, the level of competition and our picks for fantasy football this season. Is it better to bet on sporting events or play on FanDuel or DraftKings? 43% of all DFS entries and winnings are attributed to the top 1% of players. Why would anyone draft 3 quarterbacks in a 10 team fantasy football league?...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we discuss the fallout of the fight between the Yankees and Tigers last week. What's wrong with fighting in baseball? Is Joe Girardi out of his mind, or just trying to save face? With 7 teams within striking distance of the 2nd AL Wild Card spot, we go through each of the teams to separate the contenders from the pretenders. Will Minnesota be able to cling to their one game lead? Wil...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we examine the recent struggles of Yankee star closer Aroldis Chapman, the future of MLB arbitration and Joey Votto's 20 game streak of getting on base twice a game. Are Aroldis Chapman's days of being a lock-down closer behind him? Will the massive amounts of data in baseball front-offices have a negative impact on the job of player agents? All these questions and more, if you call ...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we run through a number of hypothetical draft scenarios for our fantasy MLB expansion franchises. Would you rather have Gary Sanchez & Aaron Judge or Cody Bellinger & Corey Seager? Would you rather have Joey Votto or Giancarlo Stanton? Jason Heyward or Chris Davis? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won't want to miss a thing!
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we recap our journey to the baseball mecca of the world, the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, NY. With a new set of inductees, we scoured the halls searching for Barry Bonds & Roger Clemens. Did we find them? With T-minus two months until the MLB Playoffs, which teams are true World Series contenders and which are pretenders? Which trade deadline moves, made the biggest difference? Yu...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we take a look at the blockbuster trade that saw Todd Frazier, David Robertson and Tommy Kahnle exchange their White Sox pinstripes for Yankee pinstripes. Will this deal be enough to put the Yankees in true contention this year, or will they regret trading the uber-talented prospect Blake Rutherford? With T-minus two months until the MLB Playoffs, which teams are true World Series contenders a...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we take a look at the players at each position who have hurt their teams the most. Unlike the AL & NL All-Star Teams that played this past Tuesday, the "All-Buxton" teams are comprised of players who arguably better off sitting on the bench. Which former All-Stars have descended into irrelevancy? Which team sports the most appearances on our rosters? Jose Quintana was traded from the Sout...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we recap the MLB All-Star Game voting results, the Logan Morrison vs. Gary Sanchez beef, and wonder what Manny Machado would look like in a Cardinals uniform. Which players were snubbed from the ASG? Does Logan Morrison have a legitimate beef? Who will be moved at the July 31st MLB trade deadline? All these questions and more, if you call yourself a baseball fan you won't want to miss a thing...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we dive into a heated discussion of the 2017 MLB All-Star Game rosters. We'll fill you in on who the current leaders in voting are, going position-by-position for both the AL & NL team. Then we'll let you know who will be suiting up for the game in Miami and who'll be watching from their couch. Kris Bryant or Nolan Arenado, dueling it out to man 3rd base for the NL. Is Eric Hosmer the...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we explore a potential move of Freddie Freeman to 3rd base. The Atlanta Braves have been pleasantly surprised that Matt Adams has been swinging a hot bat at 1st base, filling in admirably for slugger Freddie Freeman. So it only makes sense that the Braves should try to keep both bats in the lineup right? The MLB season kicked off with a series of prop bets by Ryan and Tom. Gary Sanchez vs. Bus...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we explore talk about specialization in baseball, as it related to the MLB Draft. With multiple two-way players being taken in the top 5 picks of the 2017 MLB Draft, we have to ask: Is specialization dead? Aaron Judge is a manchild. At 6′ 7″ and 282 pounds, Aaron Judge … Continue reading “The Aaron Judge Effect, Two-Way Players Are Here to Stay...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we explore the historic start of America's sabermetric darling, the Houston Astros. With a roster stacked with young stars, from Carlos Correa and Jose Altuve to Lance McCullers and Dallas Keuchel, what's the difference in this years' Astros team from prior seasons? There is a reason why casinos exist and bookies make money. We've launched a new competition to prove once and for all if there a...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we explore some of the seemingly ridiculous controversies from the past week in baseball, including Mr. Met flipping off a fan and Bryce Harper taking a stand. Does Albert Pujols hitting 600 home runs mean anything to anyone but Albert Pujols? Will Mr. Met's firing be enough to salvage the pathetic mascot? Did Hunter Strickland really teach Bryce Harper a lesson by hitting him with a 98 MPH fa...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we explore everything related to trade value. What are the factors that make a player more valuable than his peers? What is the difference between a player's value in fantasy baseball and his value to his MLB organization? When should you trade one elite player for two above-average players? (Spoiler Alert: Under no circumstances should anyone ever trade Joey Votto for Eric Hosmer & Trevor...
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In this episode of CapFigure Podcast, we examine the disappointing performance of the Kansas City Royals and Texas Rangers, thus far in the 2017 MLB season. The Kansas City Royals seemed poised for a dynasty run following their World Series Championship in 2015. With a young core of players and an invigorated fan base, the future seemed so promising. Now one month into 2017, the Royals' championship window is seemingly closed and ...
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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 ex...
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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!
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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...
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