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Cape League Roundup

Cape League Roundup

By Crush Lynch

A daily wrap up of the Cape Cod Baseball League, plus other discussions surrounding the best amateur sports league in America
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Mid Summer Round Up Return

Cape League RoundupJul 16, 2023

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19:58
Mid Summer Round Up Return

Mid Summer Round Up Return

The Roundup is back after a while of being off the air. We see the state of the League, mainly with Cotuit’s dominance and Chatham’s struggles.
Jul 16, 202319:58
Unbeaten Records Falling Off Fast

Unbeaten Records Falling Off Fast

Cotuit is the only unbeaten unit on Cape. Harwich and Brewster drop their first games of the summer, and Bourne is slumping.

Jun 13, 202322:19
Extra Extra!

Extra Extra!

Two extra inning games but no winner in either. Harwich is rolling and offense rules between Harwich and Wareham

Jun 12, 202320:27
Season 3 Debut!

Season 3 Debut!

The Cape League Round up is back for round 3! Wareham and Falmouth score a ton of runs, Brewster edges Bourne, and Orleans can pitch.
Jun 11, 202322:00
Bourne to Win

Bourne to Win

The Bourne Braves reign as Cape Cod Baseball League Champions. They thump the Brewster Whitecaps for an impressive win, their 2nd in franchise history. 

Aug 12, 202208:44
Opening Bravo Shutout

Opening Bravo Shutout

Bourne opens the 2022 Cape League Finals with a shutout of the Whitecaps. Game 2 might happen if the rain stays away today. 

Aug 11, 202210:39
Rain Rain Go Away

Rain Rain Go Away

Game 1 of the Finals is pushed back by rain for the second year in a row. How will the teams respond on the mound to their pitching staffs getting more options?

Aug 10, 202207:47
Finals Rematch Set

Finals Rematch Set

The 2022 Cape Cod Baseball League Championship Series is here! And for the 2nd year in a row, it's Brewster from the East and Bourne from the West. How familiar! We wrap up the division finals, the seasons for YD and Hyannis, and preview the Braves and Whitecaps' matchup. 

Aug 09, 202241:47
Finals Pathway

Finals Pathway

Brewster and Bourne get Game 1 wins over YD and Hyannis respectively. Timely offense and respectable pitching in both cases. 

Aug 08, 202212:27
Western Opening Conclusion, Division Final Preview

Western Opening Conclusion, Division Final Preview

Hyannis whips Cotuit, Bourne outlasts Falmouth, and we preview the Division Final series between YD and Brewster and Hyannis and Bourne. 

Aug 07, 202226:23
Eliminations and Extensions

Eliminations and Extensions

YD and Brewster eliminate Orleans and Harwich respectively. Falmouth and Cotuit extend their seasons. And the Cape League hands out their regular season awards. 

Aug 06, 202225:48
Incomplete Playoff Opener

Incomplete Playoff Opener

A wild start to the postseason between YD and Orleans that isn't even finished, leading to a full day of baseball at Red Wilson Field and Eldridge Park. Brewster walks of Harwich, Cotuit falls to Hyannis, and Bourne outlasts Falmouth.

Aug 05, 202225:25
Regular Season Finale, 2022 Playoff Preview

Regular Season Finale, 2022 Playoff Preview

A longer than normal episode discussing the final two regular season games, the Regular Season Champions, and the matchups in the 2022 Postseason. We're finally here at the gates of the playoffs!

Aug 04, 202249:11
All Spots Sealed

All Spots Sealed

Orleans secures the final playoff spot. Brewster and YD tie, so first place on the East and the West are still up for grabs
Aug 03, 202217:57
Rain and Clinching

Rain and Clinching

Two games are postponed thanks to the rain. Brewster and YD determine first place in the East, Harwich sows up a spot, and plenty remains to be played for in the west.
Aug 02, 202221:30
Skidding and Rising

Skidding and Rising

YD has lost 6 games in a row. Hyannis keeps just barely at the head of the West, Brewster is on a roll, and Chatham is one step away from being eliminated from the playoffs.
Aug 01, 202223:47
Almost Completely Clinched

Almost Completely Clinched

Ben Hampton throws the first complete game on Cape since 2017. Brewster clinches a playoff berth, as does Falmouth. Wareham is eliminated, and Chatham and Harwich get sent to fight for the final playoff spot.
Jul 31, 202225:04
Wild Ride

Wild Ride

Cotuit jumps ahead of Hyannis. Wareham and Brewster play the Cape's wildest game of the year. Harwich and Bourne duel late into the night. And Orleans and Chatham get convincing wins. 

Jul 28, 202223:03
Secured Spots

Secured Spots

YD and Cotuit have officially clinched playoff spots. Wareham and Brewster get needed wins, Harwich keeps pace, and Chatham is surging. 

Jul 27, 202223:43
Post-Break Sprint

Post-Break Sprint

The All-Star Game festivities are complete and the last stretch of the season is off and running. Cotuit looks great. Chatham and Brewster stumble. And Wareham falls further apart. 

Jul 26, 202221:21
All Star

All Star

A quick discussion of the All Star Game and its attending awards and ceremony.
Jul 24, 202207:30
Top of Standings Clarity

Top of Standings Clarity

YD and Hyannis pull away in the standings and everyone else is competing for the remaining playoff spots. 

Jul 22, 202222:03
Hot, Decisive Offense

Hot, Decisive Offense

A scorcher in Hartford between Hyannis and YD sees a decisive offensive blow for the Harbor Hawks. All other games are not close save one. Chatham is rolling and Harwich is falling. 

Jul 21, 202219:26
Draft Week Success and Complications

Draft Week Success and Complications

The Cape League is heavily represented in the Major League Baseball Entry Draft. It's a great success for the League and great complications for the presently serving coaches and general managers as they try and play the rest of the season. 

Jul 20, 202228:43
Playing Tight, All Stars, Draft Glory

Playing Tight, All Stars, Draft Glory

Five competitive games, the All Star Teams are listed, and the MLB Draft starts and is filled with Cape Guys. A full day for the Roundup. 

Jul 18, 202226:27
Eastern Clarity, Western Competiton

Eastern Clarity, Western Competiton

Cotuit stays barely ahead of Hyannis, Brewster falls further behind YD, and Chatham continues struggling. 

Jul 16, 202221:23
Climbing and Falling

Climbing and Falling

Cotuit and Brewster keep falling. YD and Harwich keep climbing in the standings and Hyannis stalls.
Jul 15, 202221:57
Off The Schneid

Off The Schneid

Cotuit and Brewster get off their skids. Harwich has a tough night in Orleans. And Hyannis keeps on rolling.

Jul 14, 202218:60
Power Outage

Power Outage

The lights don’t work in Wareham. Cotuit slums and YD and Brewster can’t seem to beat each other or lose.
Jul 13, 202223:56
Tightening Standings

Tightening Standings

Cotuit and Brewster scuffle, YD and Hyannis stay good, and the playoff race starts to heat up. 

Jul 11, 202223:56
Offensive Explosion

Offensive Explosion

A Chatham walk off, Harwich offensive burst, and Falmouth strong win all pail in comparison to Bourne’s annihilation of Hyannis.
Jul 10, 202223:41
Supposedly We Play 9

Supposedly We Play 9

3 games end before the 8th, 2 are tied, and the shortest game is a 9 inning affair. This is weird.
Jul 09, 202221:43
The Missing Offense Returns

The Missing Offense Returns

Three teams score double digit runs, everyone is a winner or a loser, and the draft starts to take effect on team rosters.
Jul 08, 202221:58
Will Someone Win a Game Around Here?

Will Someone Win a Game Around Here?

Three more ties, shattering the record for most on the Cape. We explore what’s going down and how dominant the pitching is this summer.
Jul 07, 202222:32
A Lone Tie

A Lone Tie

One game and it’s a 4-4 tie between Brewster and Orleans.
Jul 06, 202210:11
One Holiday Blowout, Competition Elsewhere

One Holiday Blowout, Competition Elsewhere

Brewster puts the hurt on Harwich. Falmouth shuts out Cotuit, and Orleans outduels Chatham.
Jul 04, 202220:30
A Washout, a Blowout, and Great Pitching

A Washout, a Blowout, and Great Pitching

One game is rained out in Orleans, YD gets blown out, and the rest are pretty close across the Cape.
Jul 03, 202218:37
Ties and Pitching

Ties and Pitching

Two ties and three teams with no runs. I promise the pitching is interesting!
Jul 02, 202222:43
Lights, Camera, Baseball

Lights, Camera, Baseball

A pitching duel for Bourne on NESN and YD and Cotuit continue their excellent seasons.
Jul 01, 202222:43
No Hits, Still Drama

No Hits, Still Drama

Chatham is no-hit by Orleans. And the other games are competitive down to the end.
Jun 30, 202224:38
Pitching Season

Pitching Season

Two Shutouts around the Cape League and two more Cotuit points. Also, Hyannis is a winning organization now. 

Jun 29, 202222:28
Record Set

Record Set

Scott Pickler is the winningest manager in Cape League History with YD’s win over Cotuit.
Jun 26, 202220:30
Unbeaten No Longer, One Step To History

Unbeaten No Longer, One Step To History

Cotuit loses their first game of the season, and Scott Pickler is a win away from the record book.
Jun 25, 202221:51
Cotuit’s Continued Dominance.

Cotuit’s Continued Dominance.

The Kettleers are continuing a tremendous season with more offense and winning. Brilliant performance by Mike Roberts so far.
Jun 24, 202209:44
Perfect No More, Unbeaten Still

Perfect No More, Unbeaten Still

Cotuit and Falmouth tie for the Kettleers’ first non-win of the season. Orleans shuts out YD and takes over first place in the East.
Jun 23, 202220:27
Action Day

Action Day

YD and Brewster with big comeback wins and Cotuit remains perfect.
Jun 22, 202221:25
Sunny Double Day

Sunny Double Day

The remainder of the rained out doubleheaders are finished. Chatham sweeps, YD wins and ties, and every team is back to regular 9 inning baseball.
Jun 21, 202217:15
Hitting Batters and Balls

Hitting Batters and Balls

Mostly offensive games on Saturday. YD gets hit 7 times in one game, and we setup the full double header slate.
Jun 19, 202223:17
Rain and Pitching

Rain and Pitching

Our first rainout in Cotuit, and everyone cannot hit while everyone can kind of pitch on Cape.
Jun 18, 202216:08
Runs, Runs, & More Runs

Runs, Runs, & More Runs

The biggest offensive Day on Cape so far. Brewster, Harwich, and Cotuit stay rolling, YD struggles.
Jun 17, 202219:28