Mar
20
2011

I’m Sold on Chris Capuano

An article by Brandon Butler

During the offseason, Chris Capuano signed a contract with the Mets with the hope he could bounce back from injuries and give the team some quality starts at the back of the rotation. The Mets saw it as a high risk, high reward kind of contract. So far, it’s showing some early promise and there’s a good chance that it could end up paying off.

In ten innings of work so far in spring training, Capuano is 1-0, with 6 K’s and has a 1.69 ERA.

I know I may be stating the obvious, but I have seen enough to , should believe that Chris Capuano will be in the rotation hands down. I wasn’t so sure if i was sold just yet on Chris Capuano, but after his start today, it seems as though that this guy is for real, and now i am sold.

Chris Capuano pitched 5.2 scoreless innings yesterday throwing a total of 78 pitches and striking out five. “It’s as good as I’ve felt in probably three or four years,” Capuano said. “Physically, it’s nice to just be able to focus on the baseball side of the game and not worry about the health side of it.”

He was very efficient (as Terry Collins said), and what I saw was a very composed, savvy and effective pitcher on the mound. His performance on Saturday showed me that Capuano has the ability to give the Mets quality starts and keep them in the game.

I am looking forward to watching him pitch this season.

Cappy could end up being Alderson’s biggest sleeper signing, much in the same way that R.A Dickey was for Omar Minaya last season. Only time will tell.

About the Author: Brandon Butler

Brandon is currently a MMO Minor League Staff Writer. He is also the co-host of the Mets Madness Podcast on Talkshoe Radio. Brandon lives in Hornell, NY.

9 Comments + Add Comment

Pete March 20, 2011 at 9:05 am

The guy was an all-star, he knows how to pitch, there is no question about that. The only question is that little ligament in his elbow which has been reconstructed several times now. Keep your fingers crossed that his arm holds up.
- Brandon Butler March 20, 2011 at 9:30 am
  
  I agree on that. He does know how to pitch and he’s been to the All-Star game. I am going to keep my fingers crossed. But if he does indeed hold up as far as staying off the DL goes, then i think he can be an effective man in the rotation.
Metsie March 20, 2011 at 9:55 am

As Pete says the issue isn’t the pitching as much as the ligament.

But even if he manages to stay healthy the next two years you have to still wonder in the back of your head if he is worth resigning after that.

Putting on my Miss Cleo hat, I would say that if Capuano stays healthy and pitches well this year then he will likely be packaged in a trade before his current deal expires instead of being renewed.

Really would be very risky to renew him or young.
The History says don’t. Even if the Pitching says yes!
michael March 20, 2011 at 10:10 am

Its called low risk high reward. And considering he pitched last year, 66 innings, it was even lower risk. Neither Capuano, Young or Buckhholz are in the category of Chien Mien Wang, Mark Prior etc , given that they all pitched last year especially in September.
Clayton Collier March 20, 2011 at 9:52 am

Hey, Looks like these guys you called “Cripples” are going to be working out pretty well.

Young, Capuano, Buchholz, Isringhausen, All looking like they are going to have great seasons.

This is what Alderson does. Like I’ve said all along, this is how he creates great teams. Under the radar guys who work out great.
happy little mets fans March 20, 2011 at 11:00 am

Ah, brilliant little metseis getting all excited about March performances. wise man say beware March numbers. They mean nothing. Little metsies say we think March is most important month. figures. Enjoy the cellar, enjoy the Wilpons. you little metsies get what you deserve…. time to follow real baseball teams with intellignent fan bases bases. bye bye metsies. remember to go to games to save the wilpons!!!! bye bye little metsies.
- Mr North Jersey March 20, 2011 at 1:08 pm
  
  Remember to wear your Dickey Jersey for the Home Opener since reports are he may be the pitcher. Whatever you do be sure not to grab your Ollie jersey instead.
- FP Mets March 21, 2011 at 11:36 am
  
  Crappy little mets fan, I’m confused. You’re saying its not worth tracking the performance of a player who’s coming off an injury during spring training? I’ve always considered ST as a time to evaluate uncertainties. Coming off a history of arm injuries Capuano certainly fell into the category of uncertainty. Considering his arm hasn’t landed in the catcher’s mitt yet gives reason for optimism.
  - Berbalerbs March 21, 2011 at 11:53 am
    
    Dude, you’re arguing with a doorstop. He’s an internet troll from 1999.

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