Mid-Inning Relief

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...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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:...

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...