Talkin' Mets

Ten days into the 2023 season and the fans and media are focused on Francisco Alvarez's at-bats, but the real issue is being ignored: the lousy starting pitching. Baseball historian and author Lee Lowenfish joins the show to talk about his latest book "Baseball's Endangered Species: Inside the Craft of Scouting by Those that Lived It." 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 about his first impressions of the 2023 Mets after their weekend series against the Miami Marlins. Mark Rosenman of "Kiners Korner" joins the show to discuss his new Mets digital platform and how long before we see some of their top prospects in the majors. 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 Will Sammon of The Athletic to preview the 2023 Mets. Hear their thoughts on the demotion of Bret Baty and Mark Vientos, the new additions to the club, and how they think the '23 Mets will fare. 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 compares David Peterson and Tylor Megill as he discusses who is a better fit for the rotation long-term. Is Tim Locastro a real option for the roster? Mike talks about an elite component of his game. He rounds out the show picking up the pieces on a post-Edwin Diaz bullpen. 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 Edwin Diaz being lost for the season, the impact, and thoughts on the culpability of the WBC.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 David Peterson and the ripple effect the Jose Quintana injury has this spring on the rotation and bullpen decisions. Is Darin Ruf playing his way off the roster? We discuss. The show is rounded out with discussions on the importance of Starling Marte, Jeremy Hefner’s impact, and the WBC. 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 Kodai Senga's spring debut. Hear his thoughts on which one of the "kids" has the best shot of making the Opening Day roster. The bullpen competition is becoming clearer, hear who he thinks has the inside track. Finally, he rounds out the show by telling you how the Mets can benefit from the success of other New York sports teams. 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 new rules after watching the first two games of spring training. Is there really anything to get upset about? Brett Baty started off with a bang. He tells you why it will be hard for the Mets #2 prospect to make the team. Is the Steve Cohen factor treating players as people? Finally, did Pete Alonso admit the "yoke" is a thing around this team? Mike has the proof and will round out the show with 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.

MLB has started an economic impact committee because of Steve Cohen. What does it mean for the Mets? Can realignment solve the problem? Can the Mets get more offense because of one veteran improving this year? Mike discusses this and more. Hear him round out the show with a Tim McCarver conversation and some great mailbag commentary! 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 why it's time to "up the ante" on the Steve Cohen Mets. Hear the three areas he will be interested in watching this spring. 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 what a contract for Pete Alonso would look like. Hear his thoughts on how the offense might not be as bad as you thing. He also starts to build the 2023 Mets bullpen. That and more on today's 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.

Mike Silva discusses how the Mets have high expectations and the challenges that start right from when pitchers and catchers report. Hear his thoughts on Jeff McNeil's new contract, the constant talk of Shohei Ohtani, and some recent mailbag questions! 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 former Mets beat reporter and BBWAA voter Adam Rubin. Adam reveals his ballot and discusses covering Carlos Beltran and other HOF candidates during his journalism career. Adam also shares memories of the Omar Minaya 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.

Mike Silva talks about the upcoming 2023 HOF class highlighted by the debate of the candidacy of former Mets Carlos Beltran and Billy Wagner. Hear his memories of 2023 Mets HOF inductees Howard Johnson, Al Leiter, Howie Rose, and Gary Cohen.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 rest of the offseason and what to expect post Carlos Correa. Want a big idea that won't cost much but brings tons of media debate? Think Trevor Bauer who was almost a Met two years ago. Hear his thoughts on the evolution of Pete Alonso and why this year is so important for him. 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 walking away from the Carlos Correa deal and the impact it has on the 2023 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.

Mike Silva discusses the Carlos Correa free agency saga and whether the Mets offseason hinges on Steve Cohen and company closing the deal. 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 some information about the status of the Carlos Correa contract, why it's important to understand how MLB transactions work, and the media culpability in creating chaos. 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 like the baseball version of the Showtime series "Billions." Hear his thoughts on how Steve Cohen is doing good for the Mets and their fans while also doing good for baseball an the community. 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 you a scouting report on Kodai Senga and talks about where the Japanese import will land against his historical counterparts. How will the Mets be "opportunistic" going forward? Just look at the Omar Narvaez signing to see what type of players they like. 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 spending spree and talks about how the fans are seeing "a part of history" right before their eyes. Hear his thoughts on why Chris Bassitt should be signed over Kodai Senga, and final thoughts on Jacob deGrom's departure. 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 Jacob deGrom's departure to the Texas Rangers. 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 tempting possibility of the Mets going "all-in" and signing both Jacob deGrom and Justin Verlander to create a "super rotation." Hear his thoughts on the non-story about the Mets and Yankees collusion, Cody Bellinger as a substitute for Brandon Nimmo, and whether the bullpen could become a family affair.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.

Jim Allen of the Japan Baseball Weekly Podcast joins us live from Japan to give us a scouting report on potential Mets free agent target Kodai Senga. Hear Mike’s thoughts on Jacob deGrom vs. Justin Verlander and the latest hot stove rumors on both. 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 hiring of Eric Jagers as their Director of Pitching Development. Kevin Kernan of Ball Nine talks about the likelihood of Jacob deGrom returning, his concerns about how pitching is developed at the big leagues, and a fun Edwin Diaz spring training story! Oh and lets not forget some Contemporary Era Hall-of-Fame 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.

Mike Silva reacts to the Edwin Diaz record contract, what that means for Jacob deGrom, and the secret sauce that Mets have in free agent negotiations. He also reacts to Billy Eppler's comments to Joel Sherman and Jon Heyman on the team's offseason 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.

Mike Silva discusses David Stearns departure from the Brewers and what it means for the Mets, what he believes the offseason blueprint will be, and toxic New York 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 tackles some big ideas for the Mets offseason. How realistic are these ideas? What is the collateral damage? Which one's actually can happen? That and more on the "Big Ideas" edition of the Talkin 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.

Hear luminaries from Mets Twitter and the podcasting world give their take on how they feel about the 2022 Mets, how they would go about improving next year's club, and some "big ideas" from the group.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 wild new MLB playoff format that might need to be tweak to keep the integrity of 162 games. Hear his thoughts on what direction the Mets will go this offseason after Billy Eppler and Buck Showalter's end-of-the-season press conference.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 about how the 2022 Mets will be remembered, the challenge ahead, and the new media narrative that will plague the team 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.

Mike Silva discusses how the Mets are "on notice" by the fans and media this postseason and each players life in New York will change based on the outcomes of this decisive game 3 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.

Mike Silva reacts to the Mets Game 1 loss to the Padres. He opines about whether there are "signs" that Max Scherzer is entering a new less dominant phase in his 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.

The postseason is here! Mike Silva gives the fans permission to look back at the great moments of 2022. Hear his thoughts on Jeff McNeil's batting title, the potential postseason roster, and what the blueprint will be to beat the Padres in 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.

Mike Silva reacts to the Braves three game sweep of the Mets over the weekend in Atlanta.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 big series in Atlanta, potential postseason roster, the lack of a home field advantage at Citi Field and the fans part in that scenario. 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 how Jacob deGrom must step up the rest of the season and prove he's the elite pitcher his desired payday indicates. Hear Mike opine on why he doesn't want to face the Phillies in 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.

Mike Silva opines on various topics related to winning the division and the postseason. Hear his thoughts on Taijuan Walker vs. Carlos Carrasco, Scherzer vs. deGrom, and whether the Mets are better off playing on the road. This and more on another state of the Mets union 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.

Mike Silva is joined by former MLB Network host Casey Stern to discuss the Mets chances of wining the division with just two weeks left. Casey gives his vision of what a successful season looks like, the importance of Starling Marte, and some juicy pitching prospects for the Mets in a short postseason series. Listen to Casey on his new podcast "Unfiltered" wherever you listen to your 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.

Mike Silva discusses that despite the Braves continuing to win at an historic rate the Mets still have one advantage up their sleeve: Edwin Diaz and the ninth inning. Hear Mike talk about the new MLB rules for 2023. 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 challenge that Buck Showalter and company have with playing the "long game" while still trying to win the division with the Braves on an historic run. 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 series win against the Dodgers and looks ahead to what needs to be done and clinch the division the rest of September. 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 Greg Prince of Faith & Fear in Flushing to discuss the first Mets Old Timers' Day in nearly thirty years and the surprise retirement of Willie Mays' number 24. 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 sits down for a lengthy interview with former Mets outfielder Cleon Jones who authored a new book "Coming Home: My Amazing Life With the New York Mets. Hear Cleon talk about his early years struggling as a rookie, the turning point of the 1969 season, and how he is working to embrace the history and rebuild Africatown. 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 how the wild events of the series win in Philadelphia lends him to believe the Mets might be on to something special. Hear his initial reaction to Brett Baty's debut.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 whether the Phillies are more of an October threat than the Braves, whether this Mets team is their best chance to win in the first five years of the Steve Cohen era, and why the Tatis Jr. suspension sheds light on the challenges the Lindor contract poses in the coming years. 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 five game series with the Braves and tells you why this was the "Takin Care of Business" series. Hear his thoughts on Jacob deGrom, the "Componen-Mets" additions, his bullpen worries, and the atmosphere at Citi Field.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 quiet trade deadline and why they were unable to land some of the star names that were rumored. 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 how Billy Eppler might go for a less flashy strategy at the trade deadline. Hear the latest Mets history segment as Mike is joined by David Bagdade, author of the book "A Year in Mudville," as they discuss the charm of the 1962 Mets and how the team came into existence. 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 sweep of the Yankees at Citi Field in part one of the Subway Series 2022. Hear him reach into the vault and replay his interview with former Met and winner of the first Subway Series matchup in 1997, Dave Mlicki. He rounds out the show telling you who would be the best DH candidate to acquire at the 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.