Mid-Inning Relief

Sweet 16! In this week's Mid-Inning Relief, Ally Williams, Carmen Kiew, and Marty Lurie discuss the Andrew McCutchen trade, who the San Francisco Giants got in return, and looking to the future of this franchise. They also discuss whether a pitcher's chance at the Cy Young Award should be impacted by his team's record, and as this regular season winds down, how normal it is for tempers to be flaring in this final stretch. Minor League Notes: Abiatal Avelino, Juan De Paula, Heliot Ramos and Jacob Gonzalez. Follow the Mid-Inning Relief Crew on Twitter! Show Handle: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

Andy Baggarly joins the podcast this week! In Episode 15 of Mid-Inning Relief, Marty Lurie, Carmen Kiew, and Ally Williams welcome the The Athletic's Giants beat writer and author to the pod. They go over whether the San Francisco Giants need to rebuild, if they should re-sign Madison Bumgarner, and the 2019 schedule.  They also discuss the growing problem of concussions and their toll on both player and family, and on a lighter note, who would take bets a la Scott Servais, who got a haircut matching Edwin Diaz after the closer recorded his 50th save this season. In minor league notes, Baggarly (@extrabaggs on Twitter) goes over his recent trip to Salem and his article about Joey Bart in the Athletic, as well as some notes on Sean Hjelle and other young pitchers on the Volcanoes. Follow the Mid-Inning Relief crew on Twitter!  Show Handle: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

It's time to talk Buster Posey. In the fourteenth episode of Mid-Inning Relief, Carmen Kiew, Marty Lurie, and Ally Williams go over his impending surgery: when to get it done, if the news means the season is over for him and the San Francisco Giants, as well as whether he should stay at catcher or move to first base once he returns.  The crew also discusses the recent Scott Miller article that asked former players and managers about what bothers them the most about the current game and how the game is changing for the worse or better. They also talk a little Players Weekend fun, potential high-speed transportation to the stadium, and who will end up winning the National League West. Minor League Notes: Conner Menez, Ryan Howard, Jalen Miller. Follow the Mid-Inning Relief Hosts on Twitter: Show Handle: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

It got HEATED this week! In episode 13 of Mid-Inning Relief, Marty Lurie, Carmen Kiew, and Ally Williams recap the benches clearing after Yasiel Puig and Nick Hundley got into each others' faces during the Giants vs. Dodgers game on Tuesday night.  Other hot topics include the constant concussion issue plaguing so many Giants players, baseball superstitions, and the San Francisco Giants outfield of the future, as well as baseball memorabilia and just how much Dereck Rodriguez's baseball pedigree has influenced his success this season. Minor League notes: Chris Shaw, Aramis Garcia, Kelby Tomlinson. It got intense on the pod this week and we want to know what you think! Let us know on Twitter: Show Handle: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

In the twelfth episode of Mid-Inning Relief, San Francisco Giants broadcaster Dave Flemming joins the pod! Carmen Kiew, Marty Lurie, and Ally Williams talk to the much-loved radio broadcaster about a number of things, including how Dave grew to love baseball and some of his favorite calls (and later, a special moment from Buster Posey during Matt Cain's perfect game). This week's topics include the good and bad of rookie hazing, potential big names in baseball that could still get traded, whether the Giants should trade Madison Bumgarner, and more. The Mid-Inning Relief crew also discusses favorite promos, and whether the Giants should try to sign Clayton Kershaw if the lefty chooses to opt out of his current contract. Minor League Notes: Aramis Garcia, after his promotion to Triple-A in Sacramento. Joey Bart, who continues to rake for the Salem-Keizer Volcanoes, AND now steals bases! Follow the Mid-Inning Relief Crew on Twitter: Show Handle: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

In the eleventh installment of Mid-Inning Relief, Marty Lurie, Carmen Kiew, and Ally Williams go over the aftermath of the trade deadline: whether the San Francisco Giants should have made a trade, whether they still might, and how the National League West is shaping up after the Dodgers and Diamondbacks made their moves. The team also discusses the current surge of offensive content being uncovered on social media, if the Dodgers' pregame attire is an example how MLB's dress code is becoming too casual, and if Barry Bonds will ever be able to repair what people think of him based on his past. Minor League Highlights: Joey Bart made the NWL All Star Team, Logan Webb's return and progress after Tommy John & the Bay's own John Gavin returns to his hometown with his promotion to the San Jose Giants. Let us know your thoughts! Follow us on Twitter: Show: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

We are back! Mid-Inning Relief returns after our own little All-Star Break, and we have things to SAY. Marty Lurie, Ally Williams, and Carmen Kiew discuss Josh Hader's tweets, MLB's response, and the Milwaukee Brewers fans' standing ovation after the ordeal. The Mid-Inning Relief crew also goes over Mike Trout's self-promotion (and lack-thereof), whether the San Francisco Giants will buy or sell at the deadline, and if bachelorette parties, jumbotron proposals, and similar celebrations should be welcomed at the ballpark.  Thank you for your support! We are excited to be back and releasing our TENTH podcast. Tune in every week for news and opinions on the Giants and Major League Baseball. Subscribe on iTunes/Apple Podcasts, Spotify, TuneIn, and just about anywhere you find your podcasts. Let us know what you think and leave us a review. Follow the hosts of Mid-Inning Relief on Twitter: Show Handle: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

The ninth episode of Mid-Inning Relief features the very special Renel Brooks-Moon! Marty Lurie, Carmen Kiew, and Ally Williams welcome Renel to the pod for topics including the recent trade between the San Francisco Giants and Texas Rangers that sent Cory Gearrin, Austin Jackson, and prospect Jason Bahr to Texas, and the resulting call-ups of Steven Duggar and Ray Black. They also go through their Mount Crushmore of Giants in the postseason, which brings some nostalgic memories to the podcast. Listen for each host's picks, as well as some great playoff memories from over the years. With the All-Star Break looming, the crew also discusses whether the league should get rid of the rule that each team sends a representative to the All-Star Game, and how much excitement Bryce Harper at the plate still brings to the ASG, in spite of his lower average this season. Let us know what you think!  Send us your thoughts and potential discussion topics on Twitter: Show: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

It's the eighth episode of Mid-Inning Relief! This week, Marty Lurie, Carmen Kiew, and Ally Williams discuss whether Bruce Bochy will be back next season, the future of the San Francisco Giants' rotation and starting outfield, and several international prospects that were just signed by the club.  They also discuss whether it's ever okay for a GM, front office person or manager to call out a struggling player, whether the All Star Game starters are really the best at their positions, and which patriotic holiday is the best to go see a game. What do you think? Follow us on Twitter and let us know your feedback! Podcast Twitter: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

It's Lucky Number 7 for Mid-Inning Relief! In the seventh episode, Ally Williams, Carmen Kiew, and Marty Lurie are joined by Kerry Crowley, Giants beat writer for the Bay Area News Group. They also welcome Peter Magowan, former managing general partner of the San Francisco Giants, to the podcast.   This week's episode discusses a potential six man rotation for the Giants, how the Home Run Derby participants should be decided, whether baseball should have an awards show, and the pros and cons of position players pitching and vice versa. The Farm Fresh segment includes where the Giants' top 2018 draft picks have begun playing and first round pick Joey Bart's first few games. Finally, our Yas or Hard Pass touches on the Diamondbacks' Archie Bradley's interview with Yahoo Sports on going to the restroom before his outing and having a bit of a mishap.  What do you think? Please leave us a review and let us know your thoughts! Tune in for a new podcast every Thursday and follow us on Twitter to get the latest updates: Show: @midinningrelief Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

In the sixth episode of Mid-Inning Relief, Marty Lurie, Carmen Kiew and Ally Williams are joined by Larry Krueger of the Gary & Larry show on KNBR, weekdays from 10am-1pm! The team discusses what to do now that Hunter Strickland is out 6-8 weeks, that leaked audio between Terry Collins and umpire Tom Hallion, whether the Giants should go after Bryce Harper in the offseason, and getting hit in the face with a hot dog. Follow the team on twitter!  Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

In episode 5 of Mid-Inning Relief, the crew talks about Madison Bumgarner’s slow start, Brandon Crawford’s potential MVP candidacy, and who will be leading the National League West in a few weeks. They also discuss that very neon statue at Marlins Park, whether extreme emotion belongs in baseball, and the best things about the Giants’ rivalry with the Los Angeles Dodgers.  Follow the Mid-Inning Relief team on Twitter and send us your thoughts and questions! Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

In Week 4 of Mid-Inning Relief, Marty Lurie, Carmen Kiew, and Ally Williams welcome Eddie Montague to the pod! Eddie is a former national league umpire with 33 years service time. The group discusses manager/umpire scuffles, Jake Arrieta's calling out of the Phillies, the 2018 MLB Draft, whether or not you'd chug your beer if a baseball landed in it, and more. They also debate which San Francisco Giants franchise player would go in a trade and, speaking of marquee Giants, whether the Giants should sign the newly-released Tim Lincecum. Follow the Mid-Inning Relief team on Twitter and send us your thoughts and questions! Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

In the third episode of Mid-Inning Relief, Ally Williams, Carmen Kiew, and Marty Lurie welcome their first guest host to the show, Adam Copeland - co-host of Weekends at the Park and host of The Leadoff Spot on KNBR weekdays 5-6am!  The crew discusses banning the shift and limiting pitching changes, the San Francisco Giants' outfield and rotation situations, and MLB correcting themselves after a game has concluded, along with some minor league updates and the best spots at AT&T Park to watch a game. Follow the Mid-Inning Relief team on Twitter and send us your thoughts and questions! Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams

In Episode 2 of the Mid-Inning Relief Podcast, Carmen Kiew, Marty Lurie, and Ally Williams discuss the new potential "Opener" position, which injured Giant will make the biggest impact upon his return and who will win the National League West.  We have minor league updates before finishing off this week's show with a little Brandon Belt talk - will the San Francisco Giants' first baseman start this year's MLB All Star Game? Let us know what you think! Tweet us your questions and thoughts: Marty Lurie: @baseballmarty Carmen Kiew: @carmenkiew Ally Williams: @allykwilliams