Unless there is a reason why you need to leave the parking lot quickly, there is no reason why a post-game talk can't be held while you are at the trunk removing your equipment. Most of the time, a post-game talk can be had in the time it takes for the plate umpire to remove his chest protector and shin guards.
That said, I agree with Jim completely: A post-game beer is always tasty, and even more so when you can get your partner to buy it.
On the subject of pregame: I agree that a good pregame is very important, but most of my pregame time these days is making sure of which "alternate" coverages we are using as a crew. I don't spend a lot of time going over the fact that the PU will cover first-to-third on a ball hit to the outfield, etc. I assume that an experienced umpire will get the standard mechanics. Sometimes I live to regret that, of course.
Rich
co-owner, UT
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