Fair & Biased with John Lund

Sam Amick wrote prior to Stephen Curry's return to the court on Sunday that the notion of the Warriors shutting down their all-time great for the season was outright silly. He joined Silver & Krueg to explain how much validation he felt watching Curry's return, in which he scored 29 points in 26 minutes off the bench. Despite the end result, Curry's presence injected an energy back into the team that had been absent since January 30th and may have sent an important message to his owner, general manager, and head coach for this offseason.

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Susan Slusser joined Greg Silver & Larry Krueger to assess the concern level for the 3-8 Giants and, more importantly, how they've found themselves in this spot. They dive into the impact of the Rafael Devers trade, the bullpen's up-and-down performance, and the team's immense offensive struggles.

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Hour 3: Silver & Krueg wrap up the morning Giants talk by taking a couple of calls, as we've apparently reached the "argue about your feelings" portion of the show. They pivot to the other Giants as defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence has requested a trade out of New York, and Sam Amick stops by to explain the magic behind Steph Curry's return to the court on Sunday and why he felt so validated as a journalist. 

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Hour 4: Silver & Krueg revisit Duane Kuiper's epic soundbite from the morning, in which he shared a few things not to do when trying to break out of a slump. MLB Network's Brian Kenny comes by to explain how much he's enjoyed the ABS challenge system and assess the early season snapshot of the National League West.

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Hour 2: Silver & Krueg dive into the Giants' sustained lack of success since they traded for Rafael Devers last June and why Jung Hoo Lee's contract is looking like a major problem at this early stage in the season. Silver explains why he's confused by the way this team was constructed and the "unintentional two timelines" that sums up the team's philosophy. Susan Slusser joins the show to voice her concern level after the Giants' 3-8 start and why they didn't invest in another bullpen arm this offseason.

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Hour 1: Silver & Krueg pick up the pieces of the San Francisco Giants' fourth straight loss last night, a 6-4 defeat to the Philadelphia Phillies. The bats finally woke up as the Giants jumped out to a 4-0 lead, but the bullpen couldn't hold the lead, and the Phillies finished the game with six unanswered runs. The Giants begin the season 1-7 at home, their worst start since Oracle Park opened in 2000, and the guys react to it all.

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Hour 4: In this episode of JD and Silver, the guys dive into the latest developments with the Golden State Warriors. They discuss Steph Curry's return to the court and its significance, including a potential "last dance" scenario for the upcoming season. They also touch on the team's roster moves, including the potential departure of key players like Draymond Green and Jimmy Butler. The conversation explores the Warriors' future, including the possibility of a major overhaul and the impact of Steph Curry's leadership on the team's direction.

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Hour 3: In this episode of JD and Silver, the hosts dive into the Giants' struggles and the Warriors' resurgence. They discuss the Giants' disappointing start, with Logan Webb's impressive performance not enough to secure a win. The conversation touches on the team's lack of hitting and the need for improvement. Meanwhile, the Warriors' Steph Curry returns from injury, bringing energy and excitement to the team. The hosts analyze the impact of Curry's return and what it means for the Warriors' season. They also discuss the importance of valuing players like Curry and the role they play in a team's success.

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Hour 2: In this episode of JD and Silver, the guys dive into the Giants' struggles, discussing the team's underwhelming start to the season. They break down the roster construction, questioning the decision to sign Rafael Devers and the impact of Jung Hoo Lee's performance. The conversation touches on the importance of attention to detail and the need for the team to improve their hitting. They also discuss the managerial aspect, giving Tony Vitello a chance to prove himself, but also holding him accountable for the team's performance. The guys share their thoughts on the team's identity and whether they're trying to sell a new image.

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Hour 1: In this episode of The Sports Leader, JD and Silver dive into the Giants' struggles, discussing their 3-7 start to the season. They question whether the team's identity is one that can win with, and what their calling card is. The hosts also touch on the importance of having a needle mover like Steph Curry, and how it compares to the Giants' current roster. They also discuss the team's pitching and hitting, and how they can turn things around. With a focus on the team's current state and potential future, Papa and Silver explore the possibilities for the Giants' season.

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