Carter Capps

Player Development

Professional Summary

Former Major League Baseball (MLB) Player with proven results in competitive fast-paced environments.

Hands-on, technically minded professional with a background in high-performance, data-driven analysis, and precision-focused operations.

Former professional athlete turned coach with extensive experience in biomechanics, mechanical systems, and performance optimization.

Brings a proven record of adapting complex technical data into actionable improvements.

Known for attention to detail, safety focus, and commitment to operational excellence.

Experience

Assistant Coach, Recruiting Coordinator & Pitching Coach

Seattle U
2022-01 — Present

Working with Division I college players to get the most out of their education while pursuing their passion for baseball.

Advanced scouting reports for opposing offenses.

Pitch calling and game/bullpen management.

Mental skills to aid in dealing with the failure of sport and perseverance.

Developed non-drafted high school pitchers into professional baseball players.

Scouting for new athletes.

MiLB Pitching Coordinator & Pitching Coach

New York Mets
2021-01 — 2022-01

Player development plans with arsenal analysis.

Providing continued education for affiliate coaches on the latest processes and technologies.

Pitch design bullpens (edgertronic).

Biomechanics diagnostics for pitchers with Kinatrax and Markered Motion Capture.

Personalized heat maps and scouting reports.

Velocity Development.

Designed the Mets Pitching Department’s player development protocols and data driven decision tree.

Liaison to BB Ops and Analytics Department.

Head of Private (MLB) Training & Pitching Analyst

Driveline Baseball
2020-01 — 2021-01

Fluent in Rapsodo, Edgertronic Camera, Pitch AI, Trackman, Hawkeye, Driveline Edge, Kinatrax and reading Motion Capture Biomechanics Reports.

Well versed in running Pitch Design sessions to leverage a pitch’s movement within an athlete’s arsenal.

Athletic Coach and Recruiting Advisor

2010-01 — Present

Provide one-on-one and coaching to athletes, High Level College and professional, teaching a variety of baseball skills using a unique blending of mental and physical development.

Experience with in-person and virtual coaching.

Currently write off season throwing programs for an MLB org.

Professional Baseball Player, Major & Minor Baseball Leagues

2011-01 — 2018-01

Drafted by the Seattle Mariners in the 3rd Round of the 2011 MLB draft.

Spent 7 years playing for Major League organizations and Minor League teams.

Retired from baseball in 2018 after 6 MLB seasons.

Teams Include: San Diego Padres MLB (2016 - 2017); Miami Marlins MLB (2014-2016); Seattle Mariners MLB (2012-2013).

Following initial draft, advanced quickly in Minor League System; Major League debut against the Yankees 2012.

Served as veteran/mentor to younger players and adolescents throughout the off-season.

Received numerous awards and recognition including: Mariners Minor League Pitcher of the Year 2012; Southern League All-Star 2012; Southern League Best Relief Pitcher 2012; MLB Batting Avg .500; Struck out 16.84 per 9 innings 2015; MLB Rule 5.07(a) banned pitching mechanics 2017.

Courses & Certifications

Driveline Baseball Foundations of Pitching

Driveline Baseball Basics of Pitch Design

Driveline Baseball Youth Development

Rapsodo Pitching Certification

OnBase U/TPI

TrackMan Certified

Driveline PULSE familiarity

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