Talkin' Mets

Mike Silva talks about the optimism around the start of pitchers and catchers and why the offseason was not a failure. Hear his reaction to members of the media saying the Mets should not extend Francisco Lindor before the season. Bonus Coverage: Former big-league pitcher and member of the 2000 NL Champion Mets, Glendon Rusch, joins the show to talk pitching and his big-league career.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by JB of the new and innovative Mets Fix to discuss how good the 2021 Mets are and whether there should be concern about missing out on multiple free agents this winter.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets take their first loss of 2021 by losing out on Trevor Bauer to the Dodgers. Hear Mike’s thoughts on the Bauer sweepstakes and where the Mets go next.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the career of Daniel Murphy with Greg Prince of Faith & Fear in Flushing and how it symbolizes an era of Mets baseball. Hear Mike’s thoughts on the Mets not acquiring Nolan Arenado and the Steve Cohen Twitter controversy.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the implications of the Steve Matz trade and what that means for the Mets in their pursuit of Trevor Bauer. Hear his thoughts on Curt Schilling’s request to be removed from the BBWAA Hall-of-Fame consideration. Lou Schiff of Baseball and Law joins the show to debate the merits of the designated hitter. A show chock full of fun baseball talk.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets might be looking at Trevor Bauer, but there are many fans and media types that oppose this on ethical grounds. Mike Silva discusses why that is complete nonsense. Hear his thoughts on diversity in the front office and what that really means. Kevin Kernan of Ball Nine hears Mike’s thoughts on who should be in the Hall of Fame and reveals his vote. Even some former Mets gets some Hall of Fame love. A show jam packed with content and bonus coverage!Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva recaps a rough 36 hours of Mets news with his thoughts on the Jared Porter scandal and where the team goes after George Springer signed with Toronto.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the latest Brad Hand and George Springer rumors. Hear his thoughts on how he sees their markets evolving, the impact that Bryce Harper has on Michael Conforto, and how Corey Kluber changes the scrapheap market for starting pitching.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets introduced Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco to the media. What is next for Jared Porter, Sandy Alderson, and company? Should they extend Lindor before the season? Would the offseason be a failure without George Springer or Trevor Bauer? Why are we already comparing the Lindor trade to Hernandez, Carter, and Piazza? Mike Silva discusses this and more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva reacts to the Mets acquisition of Francisco Lindor and Carlos Carrasco.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Bill Madden, author of the new book "Tom Seaver: A Terrific Life", to give a new look at the man affectionately known as "The Franchise".Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva debates whether the Mets should invest in Trevor Bauer or George Springer as their big free agent signing. He discusses how time isn't working in their favor and gives you a couple of surprising names to consider as alternatives.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the hiring of Jared Porter to be the new Mets GM, the James McCann signing, and what is next this offseason with Joe DeMayo of SNY and the That’s So Mets Podcast.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Talkin' Mets short! Mike Silva debates the merits and chances of the Mets talking to the Phillies about acquiring Zack Wheeler.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the fears of Steve Cohen’s World Series demands on potential GM candidates. Hear his thoughts on what type of players should interest Sandy Alderson during the upcoming virtual winter meetings.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the impact of Robinson Cano’s suspension for PED’s and his Hall-of-Fame legacy. Hear his thoughts on the baseball operations search and what is an acceptable result under the Cohen/Alderson “iconic” mantra. Rich Mancuso of MetsmerizedOnline.com joins the show to give his thoughts on what players he would target with the Cano money.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva reacts to the Steve Cohen/Sandy Alderson introductory press conference. Justin Toscano of The Record joins him as they look towards what moves they believe are on the horizon after Alderson gave his thoughts on the team needs to the media. Hear who Mike believes should be the one big free agent acquisition the "Cohen Mets" should acquire.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva reacts to Sandy Alderson’s Friday afternoon purge of the front office. Hear his thoughts on recent media narratives surrounding he new era of Mets ownership. He also gives a message to Steve Cohen and a lesson to be learned from last year’s Carlos Beltran saga.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva reacts to the approval of Steve Cohen as the new owner of the Mets. Hear his thoughts on the change, what he hopes to see from the franchise going forward, and they early offseason market trends. Rich Coutinho of 98.7 ESPN is today’s guest as he looks back at Wilpon ownership and how history will remember them.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Anthony DiComo, author of the new book “The Captain: The David Wright Memoir,” to look back on the former Mets third baseman’s career and how it’s looked out in the context of Mets history.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Who let the dogs out? Mike Silva is joined by Hall-of-Famer and member of the 2000 National League Champion Mets, Mike Piazza. They remember the big moments of that season, get a perspective on the team's controversial manager Bobby Valentine, and get Piazza's take on the "what-if" of winning a championship.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Justin Toscano of The Record as they wrap up the 2020 Mets season. They discuss what went wrong with the pitching staff, some free agents to look at for next year, and what rules changes they would like to see become permanent.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sandy Alderson will be returning as the Mets team president when Steve Cohen takes over the ballclub. Should you be excited? Mike Silva is joined by Joe Pantorno of AM NY and the guys discuss the pros and cons of the move.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets are technically in a playoff battle this week. But are the expanded playoffs a good thing? Luis Rojas hasn’t been on the radar this season despite the team’s struggles. Mike Silva takes a first look at the new manager’s job performance. Should Steve Cohen purge the front office and bring in a big-name executive? Why is the media still underwhelmed by Brandon Nimmo? Hear this and more on this week’s podcast.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva gives a state of the union on the 2020 Mets and their slim playoff chances. Hear his thoughts on moving Amed Rosario to centerfield and what he's learned about future owner Steve Cohen by reading the book "Black Edge."Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva reflects on the life and career of the late Tom Seaver. He discusses the relationship between the fans and Seaver as well as the controversial trade that sent him to Cincinnati. Greg Prince of Faith & Fear in Flushing and Rich Mancuso of NY Sports Day give their memories of watching Seaver as young baseball fans.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva reacts to the Mets acquisitions at the deadline. Hear his thoughts on how Miguel Castro can help the bullpen, why Van Wagenen dealt another young arm in Kevin Smith, the strategy behind acquiring Robinson Chirinos, and how Todd Frazier might be the key to helping get Pete Alonso out of his funk.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the Mets decision to walk out on their Thursday night contest with the Marlins and the impact it will have on the fan base going forward with Sid Rosenberg, co-host of "Bernie and Sid" on 77 WABC.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Subway Series was cancelled but not the Talkin’ Mets Podcast. Mike addresses Andy Martino of SNY’s claim the fans have no empathy for the Mets COVID breakout. Seth Lugo going to the rotation is much more important than you think and Mike weighs in on the ownership situation for the first time. He also lets his hair down and talks wiffle ball, yes wiffle ball. Remember, Talkin’ Mets is one of the top 15 NY Mets Podcasts on the web.https://blog.feedspot.com/ny_mets_podcasts/Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets are mired in mediocrity through the first third of the pandemic-shortened season. Are they even on the right track going into 2021? Former Mets beat reporter and current digital editor for NBC Sports, Matt Ehalt, joins the program. He debates the direction that Brodie Van Wagenen has taken with the team and where he believes new ownership should take the club going forward. Mike Silva reviews the performance of some intriguing young positional players that are starting to stand out.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the impact of Marcus Stroman's opt out on the Mets, the options to replace him, and Brodie Van Wagenen's decision to acquire Stroman for prospects in 2019.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva examines the Mets at the quarter mark of the 2020 “sprint” season. Hear his thoughts on media calls for 7-inning games going forward. Who is the Mets Horace Clark? Mike gives you his thoughts and more.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Rich Mancuso of “The New York Extra.” They discuss the stunning news of Yoenis Cespedes COVID opt-out, whether the MLB season should continue, and look back at the career of the recently retired Jose Reyes.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Hear Mike Silva’s reaction to opening weekend. He discusses the Edwin Diaz dilemma, the messy Mets starting rotation, and reacts to the new rules that we saw implemented.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Ready or not the 2020 Mets are here. Mike talks about the overreaction to the first two exhibition games, the non-significance of Jed Lowrie’s injury, Cano batting third, and his thoughts on a new ownership group. What are the ’20 Mets built on? Listen and find out.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Rich Coutinho of 98.7 ESPN as they talk about reactions from the Mets summer camp. Hear them discuss how the 2020 60-game sprint should be viewed versus other seasons in history, the development of key players on the roster, new ways of the media covering the sport, and Brodie Van Wagenen’s handling of the team during the pandemic.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Mets beat reporter for Newsday Tim Healey. The guys talk about the 2020 Mets 2.0, whether winning a championship during the pandemic season will hold the same prestige, and thoughts on the cancellation as well as future of minor league baseball.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by America’s Most Beloved Sports Writer, Kevin Kernan, who has taken his trade to the new baseball website BallNine.com. They talk about what to expect from this 2020 pandemic baseball season and whether you will get the same quality product you have experienced in the past.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Joe Demayo of SNY.tv as they discuss the Mets recent 2020 draft class and how the organization grades with their ability to scout and develop talent.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Jared Diamond, National Baseball Writer for the Wall Street Journal, as they discuss the acrimonious MLB labor negotiations. Jared also talks about his new book “Swing Kings: The Inside Story of Baseball’s Home Run Revolution.” Hear Mike wrap up giving his thoughts on the NY Post story about the oral history of Matt Harvey’s Mets tenure.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses the current labor talks between the MLBPA and the owners and how they need to understand a deal is imperative if they want to avoid a media campaign against the sport. Jay Horwitz, long time Mets director of Public Relations, stops by to talk about his new book “Mr Met: How a Sports-Mad Kid from Jersey Became Like Family to a Generation of Big Leaguers.”Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

What is the All-Time New York baseball team? Mark Healey of Gotham Baseball is a special co-host of this Memorial Day edition of the podcast. Mark joins Mike to talk about this with a Mets slant in his book “Gotham Baseball: New York’s All-Time Team.” Hear their thoughts on the careers of David Wright, Mike Piazza, Tom Seaver and the original owner of the Mets, Joan Payson.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva discusses MLB's recent health and safety protocol presented to the MLBPA. Michael Stahl, author of the book "Big Sexy: Bartolo Colon in his Own Words," chats about the colorful former Mets pitcher's career.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva does a "throwback interview" as he replays his late 2007 conversation with former Mets pitcher Terry Leach. They talk about his journey coming up through the minors, the classic games he pitched on short notice, the fantastic 1987 season, and the 1991 World Series. Check out Terry's book "Things Happen for a Reason: The True Story of an Itinerant Life in Baseball."Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show Notes Mike Silva is joined by Doc Gooden. Doc talks about how he was used earlier his career as he pitched well over 200 innings his first two years in the big leagues. Living up to expectations after winning the Rookie of the Year and Cy Young Award his first two years. He remembers some of his classic games. Why the shoulder issue changed him as a pitcher His Yankees years and how he longed to come back to the Mets. He remembers the classic Day-Night doubleheader in 2000 when he came back to beat the Mets at Shea Stadium in the first game.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva talks with Jon Pessah, author of the book "Yogi: A Life Behind the Mask," as they remember his years as a coach and manager of the Mets. Hear them talk about Yogi's managerial style, the 1973 World Series, and how why Yogi was dismissed from the position just two years after the penannt.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva reacts to MLB’s proposals to play the 2020 season in Arizona or Japan. This week’s feature guest is Brad Balukjian, author of the book “The Wax Pack,” who took a road trip to track down 14 retired big leaguers from a 1986 Topps pack of baseball cards. Mike reflects on the careers of “Wax Packers” like Doc Gooden, Lee Mazzilli, and Vince Coleman.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva is joined by Maury Brown of Forbes to discuss what an MLB season could look like post-COVID, the future of fan engagement, and what will happen to the minor leagues and player development going forward.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On what would have been Opening Day 2020 for the Mets, Mike Silva starts the show with reaction to the Noah Syndergaard Tommy John surgery. Jeff Katz, author of the book Split Season 1981, joins the program and tells us how baseball can learn how to handle a shorten 2020 from the 1981 strike. Mike rounds out the show by talking about how this worldwide crisis can help everyone appreciate the positives of baseball going forward.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Show Notes Why it took so long to come back on the air. What kind of baseball season are we looking at? 1995? 1981? A half season or less? The MLBPA vs. owners is ramping up and the labor battle is here. The repercussions on attendance and on how teams view winning vs. development. Be careful about losing the fans! How are the Mets impacted from the layoff. Mike's perspective and big picture on losing baseball.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.