Episodes
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The Mets have won six of nine, and despite it being way too early, this is the first chance to react to some of the first-week trends we have seen.
What are some of the areas that have surprised us? What is working? Is Pete Alonsoâs 150+ RBI pace sustainable? Is Juan Soto a bust? What about the starting pitching? Has the clock struck midnight for Brett Baty? Is the Mets offense a problem? Is the bullpen figured out?
All this and more on the âsmall sample size overreactionâ episode.
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Time to panic? The Mets lost two of three to the Astros, but Mike Silva believes there were a lot of positives about the weekend. Hear his thoughts on the excellent debuts of Tylor Megill and Griffin Canning, the teamâs surprising defensive performances, and whether the offensive doldrums are concerning.
Mike takes one last look at the players who didnât make the Opening Day roster and tells you who might contribute later this year. Also, who won the annual Darren Reed award? Mark Vientos was the 2024 recipient, and we know how that worked out.
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As we wrap up Spring Training, Mike Silva discusses players and situations to watch in 2025. Do the Mets have enough starting pitching? Are Brett Baty, Max Kranick, Griffin Canning, and Tylor Megill for real? What are key members of the roster set to break out? Who can make this team better?
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We all are ready for spring training to end, but MLB gave us a rare treat for this time of the year with the Mets-Nationals Spring Breakout game.
Jonah Tong, Ryan Clifford, and Carson Benge teased what they could be, but the real question is what the Mets system will produce in 2025 and beyond. Still ranked outside the Top-10 in the game, is David Stearns prepared to take this to the next level this year? Mike talks about the importance of this.
He also discusses where the Opening Day roster stands with the injuries to Manaea, McNeil, Montas, and Alvarez. Hear about how a good problem arose this spring and one the Mets havenât had in quite some time.
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As we enter the âdog daysâ of spring training, itâs a great time to do a Mets State of the Union.
Andrew Tredinnick of The Record joins Mike Silva to discuss the Francisco Alvarez injury, Brett Baty's emergence, Juan Sotoâs acclimation to the team, and the positive culture that has been promoted.
Mike also rounds out the show with thoughts on who should step in for Alvarez while heâs out.
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The Mets have lost key members of their starting rotation this spring, but have the performances of the top prospects and some lesser-known names changed the perception of how competitive this group can be? Listen to Mikeâs thoughts on who is impressing in camp and his early prediction on what thirteen arms will come north with the club.
Brett Baty is having a breakout spring. Is he a candidate for the annual âDarren Reed Award,â or does he have a legitimate shot at a roster spot? Is Baty also an option for the starting lineup, considering Starling Marte may not be ready for the season? Hear Mike discuss this and other positional options to round out the roster.
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Did Steve Cohen call out Mets fans for their lack of support? After his comments about Citi Field attendance, many on social media defended their decision to stay away from the ballpark. The debate is nuanced, and there are multiple reasons why the team is in the bottom half of the league in attendance. Mike revisits an old topic discussed on the show before but sees reason for hope, unlike prior seasons when the team struggled at the gate.
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Mike Silva starts the show tonight by discussing the Mets starting rotation. Down about the Frankie Montas injury? Clay Holmes not only dazzled in his Grapefruit League debut but gave you reason to believe he might be better than just a middle-of-the-rotation filler.
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The boys are back in Port St. Lucie. Mike Silva kicks off spring training with the theme of the 2025 Mets. Hear why this season might be one of the most important in team history.
Positional battles, you say? There arenât as many as you think. Options are a front office best friend but not a player. Hear who he thinks might make the club and why.
Mike rounds out the show with players to watch. Some of them may not be who you think.
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Mike Silva reacts to the news that Pete Alonso is returning to the Mets on a two-year deal. He explains why this marriage always made sense, how the offense is better for the reunion, and where this group stands with other great offensive teams in Mets history.
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With the offseason ending and the Super Bowl in our sights, is there anything left to the Mets hot stove?
Mike Silva talks about how impactful Pete Alonsoâs potential return will be to the Mets offense using Talkinâ Mets âfun with numbersâ and various projection systems. Despite popular opinion, Nick Madrigal didnât end Jose Iglesias' tenure in New York, but rather a popular prospect might have. Finally, should the Mets do what it takes to bring Dylan Cease to New York? The answer is not as easy as it appears on the surface.
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In the second half, Mike discusses a recent piece by contributor David Mills on âBeyond the Mic.â Are the Dodgers good for the game? Are we headed for baseball armageddon in 2026? Should Rob Manfred step in and stop the stacked deck in Los Angeles? Hear this and more!
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Mike Silva discusses what we learned from Steve Cohenâs comments during Amazinâ Day. Are Pete Alonso and Scott Boras being reasonable? Are we getting good information from the rumor mill? Are the fans listening to what type of process David Stearns will employ with roster-building?
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Listen to the annual Talkin' Mets Hall-of-Fame show and the special connection this year has to the 2006-2008 Mets.
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Now that it appears that Pete Alonso and the Mets are headed for a divorce, is there any doubt that David Stearns is in charge? Listen to Mike Silva talk about how Stearns runs the team Mets fans now get what they clamored for while the Wilpons own the team. Why are they not happy? Is there still hope for a Mets and Alonso reunion? Why does this divorce seem to hit the fans harder than other recent fan favorites?
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Mike Silva weighs in on the reports that the Mets and Pete Alonso are still at an impasse in contract negotiation. The Mets must now set a deadline for Alonso and Boras and accept the consequences of putting their chips at the center of the table.
Mike also addresses the rumors about a pivot to Vlad Guerrero Jr., which, as enticing as this may sound, will carry its risks and be more expensive than fans realiz
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Everyone wants the Mets to sign Tanner Scott. Mike thinks that is a bad idea and mentions two names that might not be as sexy but might be better fitted to support the bridge to Edwin Diaz.
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Mike Silva discusses the rumored short-term deal between the Mets and Pete Alonso. Hear what history thinks about hitters like Alonso and how they age. The results may surprise you. Whether he signs with the Mets or another team, Alonso needs a huge 2025 to prove he is still the elite hitter who led the Mets to the postseason in 2022.
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With the Hot Stove producing very little âheatâ the last couple of weeks, the Talkinâ Mets podcast takes a break from the current reality and looks back at a Mets season and team thatâs often forgotten: 1973
Len Ferman of the website The Sports Time Traveler talks about his book â1973: Youâve Gota To Believeâ as he followed the â73 Mets daily through the newspaper archive.
Hear Mike and Len remember the great Willie Mays final season, Rusty Staubâs impact on the club, Tom Seaverâs historic season, beating the Big Red Machine, and the near misses against Oakland in the World Series. Did Yogi Berra make a mistake starting Seaver on short rest? Why didnât he use George Stone? All this is discussed on the latest Talkinâ Mets look back on Mets history.
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The latest Talkinâ Mets podcast focuses on the pursuit of Pete Alonso. Mike Silva discusses the rumors of the Mets looking at a corner outfield bat and how it plays into the Alonso discussion. What about Alex Bregman? Is he an acceptable alternative to the Polar Bear? Is Anthony Santander even in play?
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