Podcast appearances and mentions of Tony Vitello

In Hour 2, Grandi and Dibs react to Giants manager Tony Vitello moving Bryce Eldridge to the two-hole in the lineup and what that means for the team's direction moving forward.

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the hgh they're still on following the San Francisco Giants' come-from-behind victory in yesterday's game, where Bryce Eldridge launched a walk-off grand slam to beat the Washington Nationals 11-10 at Oracle Park to avoid a sweep. They also discuss the WILD Game 4 comeback by the New York Knicks over the San Antonio Spurs. They're joined by New York Post and MLB Network insider Jon Heyman to chat about the Giants, Eldridge, Tony Vitello, the trade deadline and more! In Hour 2, Willard and Dibs ponder whether or not the face of the franchise needs to be homegrown. They later discuss Logan Webb's availability at the MLB trade deadline, and if the Giants should listen to offers on the All-Star right-hander. At the end of the segment, Willard shares his father's ideal lineup for the Giants. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs discuss Willard's father's starting lineup suggestions, along with where they were when Kobe Bryant passed away in 2020. They also break down whether Warriors fans would embrace LeBron.

Tony Vitello shook up the San Francisco Giants' lineup for their series opener against the Chicago Cubs, and Bryce Eldridge is hitting in the two hole! Grandi and Dibs react

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley discuss the hgh they're still on following the San Francisco Giants' come-from-behind victory in yesterday's game, where Bryce Eldridge launched a walk-off grand slam to beat the Washington Nationals 11-10 at Oracle Park to avoid a sweep. They also discuss the WILD Game 4 comeback by the New York Knicks over the San Antonio Spurs. They're joined by New York Post and MLB Network insider Jon Heyman to chat about the Giants, Eldridge, Tony Vitello, the trade deadline and more!

Tony Vitello might be the perfect guy to manage Bryce Eldridge

New York Post columnist and MLB Network insider Jon Heyman joined Willard and Dibs to discuss Bryce Eldridge's emergence, what the Giants can get for Logan Webb if they choose to deal him at the trade deadline, Tony Vitello's hire and a grade for president of baseball operations Buster Posey

 In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show,ESPN Analyst and Ensworth Tigers Head football Coach Tim Hasselbeck joined the Chase & Big Joe Show and talked about the Titans team and their strength of schedule, and if the Eagles and Browns are a must win game for the Titans now that AJ Brown isn't on the Eagles and Myles Garrett isn't on the Browns anymore. Later in the hour the guys talked about Brenden Sorsby and San Fransisco Giants 1st year Manager Tony Vitello. Listen to hear more. 

In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs are joined by former MLB infielder and current Washington Nationals analyst Kevin Frandsen to discuss the Giants-Nationals series, along with criticisms of first-year manager Tony Vitello and the team's handling of Bryce Eldridge. At the end of the hour, they react to the new Instagram video published by San Francisco 49ers' WR Brandon Aiyuk

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley break down the San Francisco Giants' 4-3 loss to the Washington Nationals last night. It was a rough one for Tony Vitello, and essentially every move blew up in the rookie manager's face. One of them was taking the ball from ace right-hander Logan Webb after he threw eight strong innings of one-run ball. The guys break down the decision, and if Webb is even happy in San Francisco.

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Dan Dibley break down the San Francisco Giants' 4-3 loss to the Washington Nationals last night. It was a rough one for Tony Vitello, and essentially every move blew up in the rookie manager's face. One of them was taking the ball from ace right-hander Logan Webb after he threw eight strong innings of one-run ball. The guys break down the decision, and if Webb is even happy in San Francisco. In Hour 2, Willard & Dibs continue breaking down whether Logan Webb should've been pulled out of last night's Giants' loss against the Nationals at Oracle Park -- and if he even wanted to be pulled? It's a valid question, and the guys ponder the answer. In Hour 3, Willard and Dibs are joined by former MLB infielder and current Washington Nationals analyst Kevin Frandsen to discuss the Giants-Nationals series, along with criticisms of first-year manager Tony Vitello and the team's handling of Bryce Eldridge. At the end of the hour, they react to the new Instagram video published by San Francisco 49ers' WR Brandon Aiyuk. In Hour 4, Willard and Dibs discuss the bridge that Brandon Aiyuk continues to burn with the 49ers, and if it's past a point of being replaceable. Later, they discuss the NBA Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks

Hour 1: The Giants' woes continue, and it's not just the Nationals' offense that's got them beat. In a game that saw Logan Webb pitch an incredible eight innings, the Giants still managed to find a way to blow a three-run lead in the ninth inning. The Nationals took advantage of a fatigued Keaton Winn, who had pitched just 24 hours prior, and scored four runs to take the lead. The Giants' bullpen woes are becoming a major issue, and it's not just the lack of a closer that's the problem. This episode of the podcast delves into the Giants' struggles, with Murph & Markus discussing Tony Vitello's decision not to send Logan Webb back out for the ninth inning. The conversation touches on the importance of experience in the bullpen and the need for a reliable closer. The Giants' bullpen has been a major issue all season, with the team struggling to close out games. The host and guest discuss the team's lack of options in the bullpen, with Keaton Winn being the most experienced reliever, but also the most tired. The conversation also touches on the importance of having a reliable closer and how it could have made a difference in the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

After Giants implode in 9th inning, the same usual situations continue to arise: SF has no proven closer & it costs the team a game. Fans sound off after tough loss: is this on Keaton Winn, Tony Vitello, or team structure?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: The Giants' woes continue, and it's not just the Nationals' offense that's got them beat. In a game that saw Logan Webb pitch an incredible eight innings, the Giants still managed to find a way to blow a three-run lead in the ninth inning. The Nationals took advantage of a fatigued Keaton Winn, who had pitched just 24 hours prior, and scored four runs to take the lead. The Giants' bullpen woes are becoming a major issue, and it's not just the lack of a closer that's the problem. This episode of the podcast delves into the Giants' struggles, with Murph & Markus discussing Tony Vitello's decision not to send Logan Webb back out for the ninth inning. The conversation touches on the importance of experience in the bullpen and the need for a reliable closer. The Giants' bullpen has been a major issue all season, with the team struggling to close out games. The host and guest discuss the team's lack of options in the bullpen, with Keaton Winn being the most experienced reliever, but also the most tired. The conversation also touches on the importance of having a reliable closer and how it could have made a difference in the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tony Vitello pressed all the wrong buttons in last night's rough loss to the Washington Nationals, including pulling right-hander Logan Webb.

It's another round of the blame game for the San Francisco Giants after blowing the opener to the Nationals. Was it Tony Vitello's least, finest hour

Steiny & Guru get into the Giants 4-3 loss in the ninth, the blown lead, and the head-scratching decisions that put Tony Vitello in a pickle...

Steiny & Guru listen to NBC Sports Bay Area's Shawn Estes about the late-game managerial choices Tony Vitello made for the Giants and if it was the correct choice.

Steiny & Guru discuss the Giants excruciating defeat, Tony Vitello late-game decisions, Logan Webb's lack of fire, the Giants front office, brutal bullpen, NBA Finals Game 3, KAT vs. Wemby, the Warriors place in it all, and a not-so-known truth (perhaps). Plus, Jason Timpf of The Volume breaks down the Finals and offseason at 1:00p.

After Giants implode in 9th inning, the same usual situations continue to arise: SF has no proven closer & it costs the team a game. Fans sound off after tough loss: is this on Keaton Winn, Tony Vitello, or team structure?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dylan Campione & Nicho Fernandez are back discussing all the latest around the league from this week. Aaron Judge's injury, the Phillies surge into a playoff spot, Tony Vitello rumors and Tarik Skubal's impending return all get discussed and so much more!  To be featured in next week's weekend recap, email us at SideRetiredPod@Gmail.com or send us a DM on social media @SideRetiredPod on Instagram / TikTok / X (Twitter). 

The Giants took two of three from the Cubs over the weekend, but it should have been a sweep. After clobbering seven homeruns in an 18-3 drubbing of the Cubs in game one, they traded extra-inning wins in the 10th. The second game was painful, as PCA hit the game-tying homer with two outs in the ninth. The Giants offense has exploded over the last 30 days, a stretch where they are the best in the majors for batting average, runs per game, doubles, OPS, and slugging, and second in homeruns. Almost comically, their walk rate still ranked at the bottom of the league. So, why did they have a losing month with such prodigious numbers? Well, many runs and hits were concentrated across just three games, and their pitching took a dive, being at or near the bottom in every statistical category. We'll be back in two weeks!@torturecastwww.torturecast.comfacebook.com/torturecast

What are exactly judging Tony Vitello on?

Tony Vitello's moves did not work out on Saturday afternoon, but those same moves worked out on Sunday night. Thus is how baseball goes

In hour 4, Spadoni and Shasky discuss if Vitello has changed the way he addresses the media. Plus, the guys discuss how the NBA has more villains than other sports and that is a good thing!

No, Giants fans. Rafael Devers is certainly not a bad baseball player. Willard and Dibs discuss the current state of the team following a series they took against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, plus Tony Vitello's recent habits with the starting lineup.

Hour 3 of SportsTalk featured John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara talking Vols football, VFLs in the NFL, Tony Vitello and the Giants winning at Wrigley, and more. Plus, comments from Tennessee TE DaShaahn Brame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of SportsTalk featured John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara talking Vols football, VFLs in the NFL, Tony Vitello and the Giants winning at Wrigley, and more. Plus, comments from Tennessee TE DaShaahn Brame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of SportsTalk featured John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara talking Vols football, VFLs in the NFL, Tony Vitello and the Giants winning at Wrigley, and more. Plus, comments from Tennessee TE DaShaahn Brame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3 of SportsTalk featured John Wilkerson and Vince Ferrara talking Vols football, VFLs in the NFL, Tony Vitello and the Giants winning at Wrigley, and more. Plus, comments from Tennessee TE DaShaahn Brame.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Hour 1 of Willard & Dibs, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi (filling in for Dibs) are joined right off the bay by Golden State Warriors guard Brandin Podziemski for his regular Golden State Valkyries spot. They discuss his recent commencement speech at his alma mater high school, being a celebrity in Wisconsin, the WNBA and more! Later in the hour, they break down the positives they've seen with the Giants this season. In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi go back and forth about what Tony Vitello's future will be like with the Giants, and if he'll finish out his contract as manager. They also break down the recent article that detailed Matt Chapman's threats. Willard also continues breaking down the Giants positives. In Hour 3, Willard & Grandi continue breaking down positives for the Giants before being joined by Bay Area News Group's Cam Inman for a discussion about the San Francisco 49ers about OTAs and his impressions on a few of the team's key players. Later, they debate LeBron James' fit with the Golden State Warriors In Hour 4, Willard & Grandi are joined by Eric Pincus of Bleacher Report to discuss his recent story regarding the Golden State Warriors possibly being a landing spot for LeBron James in the offseason. Grandi and Willard also argue about that possibility.

In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi go back and forth about what Tony Vitello's future will be like with the Giants, and if he'll finish out his contract as manager. They also break down the recent article that detailed Matt Chapman's threats. Willard also continues breaking down the Giants positives. 

99.1 The Sports Animal's Tyler Ivens joins Phil to talk about postseason moves for Josh Elander and the Tennessee baseball roster, a possibility of Tony Vitello returning to college baseball & more! #PhilShow #VolsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Did Tennessee baseball go into a minor slump in 2026? Or is this the reality in the post-Tony Vitello era? Adam Sparks and John Adams break down Josh Elander’s first season and where the program goes from here.

In Hour 1 of Willard and Dibs, Mark Willard and Marc Grandi (filling in for Dibs) can't believe that Bryce Eldridge isn't in the lineup against left-hander Kyle Harrison. The Giants' top prospect has been red hot, but he's sitting against the tough lefty.  In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi continue discussing their displeasure with the San Francisco Giants not playing Bryce Eldridge tonight against Kyle Harrison and the Brewers. They also break down Tony Vitello's process in finding a new third base coach, and the club's fascination with outfielder Drew Gilbert. Toward the end of the segment, they break down Anthony Slater's recent comments regarding the Warriors and their thirst. In Hour 3, Willard and Grandi are joined by ESPN senior baseball reporter Buster Olney to discuss the state of the Giants, Rafael Devers' situation, the handling of Bryce Eldridge, Buster Posey's tenure as president of baseball operations and MLB's upcoming labor issues. They also discuss whether the San Francisco 49ers are in the best division in the NFL. In Hour 4, Willard and Grandi break down the San Francisco 49ers' response to the Myles Garrett trade.

In Hour 2, Willard and Grandi continue discussing their displeasure with the San Francisco Giants not playing Bryce Eldridge tonight against Kyle Harrison and the Brewers. They also break down Tony Vitello's process in finding a new third base coach, and the club's fascination with outfielder Drew Gilbert. Toward the end of the segment, they break down Anthony Slater's recent comments regarding the Warriors and their thirst.

Silver and JD continue to delve into the San Francisco Giants' disappointing season, with the team struggling to find consistency and a winning formula. The boys discuss the team's recent lineup decisions, including the use of unproven players and the impact of big contracts on the team's roster. They also touch on the managerial style of Tony Vitello, questioning whether he's the right fit for the team.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Susan Slusser of the San Francisco Chronicle delves into the mounting woes facing the Giants, from lack of starting pitching depth, a crumbling bullpen, and inconsistent offense. Susan talks what a trade of Luis Arraez could return to SF as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Spadoni and Shasky talk with Tony Basilio who covered Tony Vitello's time in Knoxville. He gives his thoughts on Vitello's future with the Giants.

The San Francisco Giants and their bullpen, the possible trades that they need to make, Tony Vitello dealings with roster and more!

Hour 3 -- Sound Soiree featuring Giants Manager Tony Vitello discussing Hector Borg's reassignment, plus Jauan Jennings compares his signing with the Vikings to the Warriors signing Kevin Durant. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: It's time to open the Doors at Coors! The Giants look to bounce back in Colorado with Logan Webb back from the IL! The guys discuss how the team will approach a must need series win in Colorado and Tony Vitello stops to chat to end the first hour of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1 - -Copes and D-Pop discuss the Giants upcoming trip against the Rockies. They also dive into Tony Vitello with Murph and Markus this morning and biggest takeaways from that interview. They are later joined by Sam Amick of The Athletic to break down the Western Conference Finals battle between the Thunder and Spurs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: It's time to open the Doors at Coors! The Giants look to bounce back in Colorado with Logan Webb back from the IL! The guys discuss how the team will approach a must need series win in Colorado and Tony Vitello stops to chat to end the first hour of the show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: The Giants are struggling, and it's not just the team's record that's a concern. The fundamentals seem to be an afterthought for the Giants. In this episode, we discuss the challenges facing the Giants, from their struggles on the basepaths to the lineup construction. We also touch on the evolution of Bryce Eldridge's role and the team's decision-making process. With the team's record at 22-34, it's clear that changes are needed, but what exactly those changes will be remains to be seen. Tony Vittello's comments offer some insight into the team's thinking, but also leave many questions unanswered. One of the most interesting aspects of the conversation is Tony Vitello's take on the clubhouse culture. He suggests that a little bit of conflict can be a good thing, but it's clear that the team is struggling to find its footing. We also discuss the team's decision to keep Hector Borg as third base coach, despite his struggles this season. With the team's record on the line, it's time for some tough decisions to be made.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: It's a gloomy day in San Francisco, and the Giants are feeling just as down in the dumps. The team's struggles on the field have left fans feeling frustrated, and the rain pouring down outside seems to be a fitting metaphor for the team's performance. In this episode, the hosts dive into the latest developments with manager Tony Vitello, discussing the team's woes and what might be to blame. The conversation touches on the team's poor base running, defense, and overall lack of cohesion. The hosts question whether Tony Vitello is the right man for the job, given the team's struggles, and whether he's doing enough to turn things around. They also discuss the role of the players, including the likes of Matt Chapman and Luis Arraez, and whether they're living up to expectations. The hosts also take a closer look at the team's third base coach, Hector Borg, and whether he's the right man for the job. With the team's struggles on the field, it's clear that something needs to change, but what that change might look like is still up for debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a candid conversation, the Giants' manager Tony Vitello shares his thoughts on the team's struggles and the challenges of balancing player development with the pressure to win. As the team sits 12 games under .500, Vitello acknowledges the tough grind of the season and the weight of expectation on his players. He reflects on the importance of finding ways to improve and eliminate mistakes, particularly in areas like base running and defense. The conversation also touches on the team's base running issues, with Vitello acknowledging that some mistakes can be eliminated, but others are inevitable. He emphasizes the importance of finding ways to address these issues and provide opportunities for players to work on their skills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Giants' Rebuild Conundrum: Silver & JD discuss the complexities of the San Francisco Giants' current state, with a focus on the team's rebuild prospects and the leadership's approach to addressing the team's struggles. We weigh the challenges of navigating a rebuild, the importance of accountability, and the role of the coaching staff in driving change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a candid conversation, the Giants' manager Tony Vitello shares his thoughts on the team's struggles and the challenges of balancing player development with the pressure to win. As the team sits 12 games under .500, Vitello acknowledges the tough grind of the season and the weight of expectation on his players. He reflects on the importance of finding ways to improve and eliminate mistakes, particularly in areas like base running and defense. The conversation also touches on the team's base running issues, with Vitello acknowledging that some mistakes can be eliminated, but others are inevitable. He emphasizes the importance of finding ways to address these issues and provide opportunities for players to work on their skills. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 2: The Giants are struggling, and it's not just the team's record that's a concern. The fundamentals seem to be an afterthought for the Giants. In this episode, we discuss the challenges facing the Giants, from their struggles on the basepaths to the lineup construction. We also touch on the evolution of Bryce Eldridge's role and the team's decision-making process. With the team's record at 22-34, it's clear that changes are needed, but what exactly those changes will be remains to be seen. Tony Vittello's comments offer some insight into the team's thinking, but also leave many questions unanswered. One of the most interesting aspects of the conversation is Tony Vitello's take on the clubhouse culture. He suggests that a little bit of conflict can be a good thing, but it's clear that the team is struggling to find its footing. We also discuss the team's decision to keep Hector Borg as third base coach, despite his struggles this season. With the team's record on the line, it's time for some tough decisions to be made.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 1: It's a gloomy day in San Francisco, and the Giants are feeling just as down in the dumps. The team's struggles on the field have left fans feeling frustrated, and the rain pouring down outside seems to be a fitting metaphor for the team's performance. In this episode, the hosts dive into the latest developments with manager Tony Vitello, discussing the team's woes and what might be to blame. The conversation touches on the team's poor base running, defense, and overall lack of cohesion. The hosts question whether Tony Vitello is the right man for the job, given the team's struggles, and whether he's doing enough to turn things around. They also discuss the role of the players, including the likes of Matt Chapman and Luis Arraez, and whether they're living up to expectations. The hosts also take a closer look at the team's third base coach, Hector Borg, and whether he's the right man for the job. With the team's struggles on the field, it's clear that something needs to change, but what that change might look like is still up for debate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.