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Ep 588Not Over Yet

The Mets are headed back to LA. Can they make history? It's magic vs. analytics. Hear Mike talk about why the Mets can still take this series despite the numbers stating otherwise.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.

Oct 19, 202446 min

Ep 587One Last Day of Summer

The Dodgers took over Citi Field again in Game 4. Can the Mets rebound? Is there another day of summer left? What will it take to still win this series? Hear Mike Silva's thoughts. 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.

Oct 18, 202440 min

Ep 586Missed Opportunity

The Mets lost 8-0 in Game 3 of the NLCS, but hear Mike Silva tell you why this was a huge missed opportunity to put the Dodgers on their heels. 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.

Oct 17, 202434 min

Ep 585Anatomy of an MVP

Hear Mike Silva's reaction to Game 2 of the NLCS. Francisco Lindor showed why he's the MVP. Also hear the good, bad, and concerning from Monday's 7-3 Mets victory. 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.

Oct 15, 202438 min

Ep 584Shake it Off

The Dodgers blew out the Mets in Game 1. The quick Game 2 turnaround means the Mets must "shake it off" quickly. What did we learn from the horrible Game 1 performance? Tune in and hear Mike Silva's postgame reaction. 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.

Oct 14, 202427 min

Ep 583LA Dreaming

Mike Silva previews the Mets-Dodgers NLCS matchup and tells you the biggest challenge the Dodgers pose to the Amazin's on their latest stop on their journey to win a pennant. 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.

Oct 13, 202444 min

Ep 582Chips to the Center of the Table

The Mets win the NLDS! Listen to the official Talkin Mets reaction show. 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.

Oct 10, 202442 min

Ep 581The Citi Field Advantage

The Mets can send the Phillies home packing tonight because of three heroes from Game 3: Sean Manaea, Starling Marte, and you, the Citi Field fan base. Hear Mike react to the Game 3 win and what’s in store for Game 4. 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.

Oct 9, 202440 min

Ep 580Building a Bridge

The Mets can wrap up the NLDS this week at Citi Field. Although the narrative to date has been “as Edwin Diaz goes, so do the Mets,” the real question going into Tuesday is whether the Mets are putting Diaz in a good situation to succeed. Can Carlos Mendoza return Diaz to the ninth inning and still get the ball to him with a lead? Who will navigate the gnarly top-of-the-order of Schwarber, Turner, and Harper? Listen to that and more on the latest edition of the show.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.

Oct 7, 202441 min

Ep 579Making a Statement

Mike Silva tells you to realize that the Mets run this postseason is more than magic; this team is as good as anyone else left in the tournament. 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.

Oct 6, 202428 min

Ep 578A Hollywood Ending

Mike Silva reacts to the Mets dramatic series-clinching 4-2 win over the Milwaukee Brewers.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.

Oct 4, 202441 min

Ep 577Getting the Ball to Diaz

The Mets lost an agonizing way to Milwaukee in Game 2. Today, they are focused on winning the ultimate deciding game. Mike discusses a simple concept for winning Game 3: get the ball to Edwin Diaz. Afterall, this is what they paid $100 million for! 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.

Oct 3, 202425 min

Ep 576Baseball Players Making Baseball Plays

It was a simple formula in Game 1: Baseball players making good baseball plays. Hear Mike Silva react to the Mets 8-4 victory over Milwaukee in Game 1 of the Wild Card series. 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.

Oct 2, 202425 min

Ep 575The Innocent Climb

Mike Silva comes to you from a “champagne-soaked” Talkin’ Mets studio to discuss the dramatic Mets 8-7 victory over the Braves.Mike talks about the season's meaning and where it stands in Mets history. Hear his thoughts on Edwin Diaz's blown save and ninth-inning response, and how can you not think Francisco Lindor deserves serious consideration for the National League MVP?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.

Oct 1, 202440 min

Ep 574It Had to Be This Way

You didn't think the Mets would avoid Atlanta, did you? Mike Silva gives a state of the union after the Mets beat the Brewers to give themselves a chance to make the playoffs with a win in Monday's doubleheader. Hear what Mike thinks is at stake for the Mets and their core players. 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.

Sep 30, 202438 min

Ep 573Mets Fans and the Homestand

To round out the show, Mike discusses the criticism of the fans not showing up to Citi Field, provides perspective on historical attendance, and talks about what he saw from the big crowds over the weekend. 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.

Sep 23, 202428 min

Ep 572Slaying the Demon

The Mets had a 6-1 homestand, capping it by beating the Phillies three out of four games. The big stars stepped up and led the way as Alonso, Nimmo, and Diaz carried the club. Now, the real challenge awaits as they attempt to slay years of failure and disappointment at the hands of the Braves. Atlanta is historically a house of horrors for the team. Will this year be different? Hear Mike talk about how beating the Braves this week can be a franchise-changing event. 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.

Sep 23, 202429 min

Ep 571Andrew Tredinnick of The Record Talkin' Mets

Hear Mets beat reporter Andrew Tredinnick of The Record joins Mike Silva to give his take on the Mets as they enter the home stretch of the pennant race.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.

Sep 16, 202446 min

Ep 570Time to Step Up

We can talk about good vibes, mojo, and everything that has happened to the Mets since Memorial Day. The fact remains that they need to execute the final two weeks to earn a trip to the postseason. Three players must produce their best version of themselves in these last 13 games. Hear Mike's thoughts on that 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.

Sep 16, 202423 min

Ep 569Jeff McNeil's Injury

The good vibes couldn't stop another "thunderbolt" from hitting the Mets. Jeff McNeil's season-ending injury is damaging, but Mike talks about what needs to happen in his absence and what we learned about McNeil this season. 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.

Sep 8, 202418 min

Ep 568Best Season in Mets History

Not only has there been debate about Francisco Lindor playing at an MVP level, but is his 2024 season the best in Mets history? Hear Mike discuss this and what he believes is the all-time best individual performance in team 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.

Sep 8, 202425 min

Ep 567Let the Good Vibes Roll

A couple of weeks ago, it was Mets Mojo vs. Braves pitching. Has the Mojo taken the lead in the clubhouse? Hear Mike talk about the atmosphere around the Mets and how magic might be trumping cold, hard facts.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.

Sep 8, 202424 min

Ep 566Should Luis Torrens Play More?

Francisco Alvarez is struggling. Should Carlos Mendoza make Luis Torrens a bigger part of the September equation? 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.

Sep 2, 202417 min

Ep 565Sean Manaea and the Mets Rotation

Sean Manaea has evolved into an ace. The Mets new big three in September need to continue performing for them to make the postseason. 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.

Sep 2, 202414 min

Ep 564Mets Math in September

How many games do the Mets need to win to make the playoffs? Hear about that and all the versions of this team that have shown up throughout the season. 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.

Sep 2, 202417 min

Ep 563Francisco Lindor's MVP Season

Despite Shohei Otani's pursuit of the 50/50 club, Francisco Lindor is hanging in the MVP race. His performance this weekend in San Diego raises the question of where his year stands in Mets history and why the fans still don't view Lindor as an all-time great Met and leader.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.

Aug 26, 202433 min

Ep 562Mets Mojo vs. Braves Pitching

The Mets have had mojo going for them every since late May. The Braves have lost the "it" factor that marked their historic run to a division title in 2022. Will Mets mojo overcome the cold, hard facts: the Braves have better 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.

Aug 26, 202426 min

Ep 561Six-Inning Pitchers

Mike wraps up the program by addressing the report from ESPN's Jesse Rogers, in which he claims the league is contemplating requiring pitchers to go six innings. The problem is deeper than a shallow league-mandated solution and will soon become a crisis with expansion on the horizon. 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.

Aug 18, 202424 min

Ep 560The New Jeff McNeil

Who is Jeff McNeil morphing into? Mike looks at some interesting trends with McNeil, including how he hits at Citi Field. Maybe the version we have seen since the All-Star break is here to stayAdvertising 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.

Aug 18, 202414 min

Ep 559Walk-ing Away from the Wild Card

The Mets just played .500 baseball against second-division clubs. Why? It's simple, and Mike will tell you how Carlos Mendoza's crew is walking away from a playoff spot.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.

Aug 18, 202427 min

Ep 558How Good is the Mets Offense?

Mike Silva discusses the just completed 4 and 6 road trip and questions whether the Mets’ offense is good enough to earn a Wild Card spot. He discusses alarming offensive trends and wonders if the core players can salvage their seasons. 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.

Aug 12, 202436 min

Ep 557Lessons from Anaheim

The latest Talkin’ Mets is a state of the union on what the Mets need to avoid another disaster like the one over the weekend. Hear his thoughts on the bullpen, Francisco Alvarez, Mark Vientos, and everyone’s favorite topic - Pete Alonso. 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.

Aug 5, 202437 min

Ep 556In Stearns We Trust?

Mike Silva recaps the Mets trade deadline acquisitions, why Stearns is "threading the needle," and how it will be essential to balance prospect capital with acquisitions in the future due to the cost of elite 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.

Jul 31, 202434 min

Ep 555Talkin' Mets Top Prospects Discussion

Did you read the Talkin' Mets Top Prospect List? If not, subscribe now at substack.com/@talkinmetsnog and get it for FREE. Hear Mike Silva discuss their top prospects with Talkin' Mets contributor David Mills and how they fit into David Stearns' trade deadline strategy. 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.

Jul 29, 20241h 2m

Ep 554Decisions Decisions

David Stearns first trade deadline is a difficult one. With the price of quality starters and relievers skyrocketing, how far should he go to upgrade the 2024 Mets? Mike Silva outlines the challenges and tells you how the Mets should use their financial might over prospect capital. 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.

Jul 28, 202438 min

Ep 553The Kodai Senga Dilemma

Kodai Senga is back! Did you forget about him? What a challenging time to incorporate him into the rotation. What if he can't get it done? What do the Mets do? Hear Mike talk about this and give an exciting announcement about a fun project on the Substack Newsletter. 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.

Jul 22, 202430 min

Ep 552Stub Your Toe Weekend

The Mets played down to the Marlins and did a classic "stub your toe" in the baseball sense. Hear Mike's take on the negative tone set by Pete Alonso and how the Mets are in a unique situation where they have so many players with question marks this late in the season. 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.

Jul 21, 202428 min

Ep 551Pete Alonso, All-Star?

Mike Silva discusses Pete Alonso's season to date and how he and the Mets need each other in the second half for different reasons. 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.

Jul 15, 202426 min

Ep 550Good Vibes at Citi Field

What a wild first half. The Mets went from the abyss to the playoffs. The vibes are great; can it continue? Hear Mike talk about his Citi Field experience and how David Stearns has a decision to make on whether to invest in the 2024 Mets. 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.

Jul 15, 202430 min

Ep 549Big Idea: Trading for Mason Miller

Every once in a while, Mike Silva has a big idea at Talkin' Mets. Tonight, it's trading for Oakland closer to Mason Miller. Can the Mets pull it off? 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.

Jul 8, 202422 min

Ep 548Living & Dying with Diaz

Edwin Diaz returned from suspension, and everything is right with the Mets. Or is it? Hear Mike Silva talk about how Diaz and the Mets are tied at the hip for the foreseeable future.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.

Jul 8, 202430 min

Ep 547SOS, Save the Mets Bullpen

History tells us that fixing a bullpen midseason isn't easy. Hear some tales of bullpen trades gone wrong, and Mike gives one wild trade scenario that might bring a couple of old friends back to New York. 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.

Jul 1, 202419 min

Ep 546Good Vibes, Bad Bullpen

Mike Silva reflects on the just-ended month of June and a valuable lesson he learned from the Met's historic month. 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.

Jul 1, 202430 min

Ep 545Willie Mays: The Life The Legend

Mike Silva puts a cherry on top of the week of remembering Willie Mays by discussing Willie's iconic career with Jim Hirsch, author of the autobiography "Willie Mays: The Life, The Legend.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.

Jun 24, 202449 min

Ep 544Statement Road Trip, Sticky Win

Mike Silva discusses the statement made by the Mets on this recent 4-2 road trip to Dallas and Chicago. Also hear his thoughts on the controversial ejection of Edwin Diaz. 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.

Jun 24, 202437 min

Ep 543Help From Within

The Mets are not officially a playoff contender until they hit the .500 mark. That said, Mike Silva talks about how they should look for help from within before dealing prospects for marginal upgrades. One name is knocking on the big league door, which might add an element the offense lacks. 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.

Jun 16, 202421 min

Ep 542100 mph

The Mets have won 11 of 15 and are surging into the playoff picture. J.D. Martinez and Francisco Lindor lead the offense, while Dedniel Nunez is surprisingly bolstering the bullpen. The real reason for hope? The 100 mph that Edwin Diaz showed during his Friday night’s save against San Diego. 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.

Jun 16, 202428 min

Ep 541The Impact of the London Series

In the second half of the show, Anthony Wootton from the TransAtlantic Sports Show makes an appearance to talk about covering the London Series. He discusses the growth of the game in the UK and the involvement of the Mets and Phillies from the perspective of a journalist and a father looking to introduce baseball to future 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.

Jun 10, 202453 min

Ep 540Fool's Gold

The Mets continue to captivate the fans. Following a thrilling victory to conclude the London Series, the team has won four out of its last five games. However, it's uncertain whether this recent success is sustainable. Mike discusses the potential strategies of David Stearns and Steve Cohen leading up to the trade deadline.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.

Jun 10, 202430 min

Ep 539Strawberry's Message

Darryl Strawberry had a profound message for the 2024 Mets, David Stearns, and Steve Cohen. Mike Silva contrasts that with J.D. Martinez's “no pressure” statements after the team meeting earlier in the week. It’s time for the organization to use Strawberry’s challenge as a theme going forward when bringing players into the fold. 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.

Jun 2, 202424 min