
Talkin' Mets
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Ep 354Mets & Yanks Battle on the Field and for Soto
Mike Silva is joined by John Jastremski of SNY and The Ringer to discuss whether the Subway Series “juice” is back and the Mets and Yanks competing for Juan Soto.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.

Ep 353Is Juan Soto on the Horizon?
Mike Silva recaps the Mets first half with his vote for team MVP, most disappointing, most surprising, and the player to watch in the second half. The Nationals announced they are open to trading Juan Soto. Are the Mets a match? Mike discusses the complexity with this type of deal and why it probably won’t happen 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.

Ep 352Braves New World
This isn't your typical Mets-Braves rivalry. Mike Silva reacts to the Mets winning two of three in Atlanta despite being short-handed. Hear his thoughts on the Mets October baseball blueprint, assessment of the Braves, and how Sandy Alderson's deadline of 2015 can be a blueprint for 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.

Ep 351Atlanta Showdown
Mike Silva previews the big showdown in Atlanta as the Mets face the Braves for the first of fifteen meetings over the final three months of the season. Justin Toscano of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution joins the program and discusses what Mets fans might be missing about the Braves. Mike wraps up with why Edwin Diaz is his favorite Mets All-Star selection.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.

Ep 350An Ode to #17
In order to honor the retirement of Keith Hernandez's #17 MIke Silva is joined by former Mets pitcher and teammate of Keith, Doug Sisk, to get a locker-room perspective on Keith's impact to the 80s Mets and answer the debate who is better: Mattingly or Hernandez? Mike Silva discusses the great day at Citi Field and what number should be next on the retirement list. 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.

Ep 349The Francisco Alvarez Debate
Mike Silva celebrates the 4th of July by giving the pros of cons of putting the 2022 season into the hands of top-prospect Francisco Alvarez. The decision is more complicated than many think. Can David Peterson be a sleeper prospect that propels the Mets in the second-half or fetches them what they need? He rounds out the show with another ode to Buck Showalter after his 1,600 win and his review of the Apple TV booth. 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.

Ep 348The Cost of Winning a Championship
Mike Silva discusses how winning championships come with a cost. Are the fans ready for that and what is to come? Will Jacob deGrom's free agency be the next media narrative as Mike discusses the rumblings of deGrom not liking New York. He wraps up the show telling you why the Yankees should not matter even though their fans want you to pay attention to 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.

Ep 347The New Market Inefficiency - Mets Baseball
Mike Silva discusses why the Mets didn't fall into the "June-swoon," how Billy Eppler needs to look at internal options to get the team over-the-top, and where Francisco Lindor stands with all-time Mets shortstops. He also talks baseball movies! What's his favorite all time "bleacher feature?" That and more on this episode. 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.

Ep 346Time to Panic?
Mike talks about the surging Braves and whether it's time to panic about the Mets lead in the NL East. Hear his thoughts on why he thinks Chris Bassitt is struggling plus how the MLB Trade Deadline could be challenging with more playoff teams. The show rounds out with talk about potential Mets All-Stars. 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.

Ep 345Hollywood Ending
Mike Silva is joined by special guest co-host Anthony Rivera of the Subway to Shea podcast as they react to the Mets four-game split with the Dodgers in Los Angeles. 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.

Ep 344California Dreamin'
Mike Silva discusses the Mets perfect Memorial Day weekend homestand, how they stack up against the Dodgers, and remembers the Johan Santana no-hitter ten years ago to the day.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.

Ep 343Time to Push the Gas Pedal on the NL East
Mike Silva talks about how we have hit an inflection point in the 2022 Mets season where they can put some distance between themselves and the rest of the NL East. Can they achieve this with a short rotation? Hear his thoughts on that and how Tuesday night’s 13-12 loss was symbolic of how this upcoming stretch can go good or bad. He also dives into contradictory numbers on 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.

Ep 342This is Not a Sky is Falling Team
Mike Silva discusses the Max Scherzer injury and what version of the Mets can survive and thrive until their ace returns. Hear his thoughts on New York fans understanding who Francisco Lindor really is and why that shouldn't be a disappointment. 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.

Ep 341How Good is the Mets Offense
The Mets are in the first place, but the offense looks flat at times. How good is it? Mike talks about why there is no reason to panic, but maybe they could be a bat short in the long run. Andrew Marchand of the NY Post said the quiet part out loud regarding the media and Mets managers. Mike dives into the old Mets vs. the media narrative. He wraps up the show with the MLB Bleacher Feature challenge. 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.

Ep 340The Mets vs the NL East Best
Mike Silva discusses how the Mets stacked up the last ten days against the best of the NL East. Hear his thoughts on the lack of home runs and the “dead ball.” He rounds out the show with one last ode to Robinson Cano.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.

Ep 339It Takes A Bullpen to Make History
Mike Silva reacts to the Mets combined no-hitter against the Phillies and tells you why this is still an event that you should celebrate for many 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.

Ep 338One Tough Team One Tough Roadtrip
Mike Silva recaps the Mets just completed road trip and Wednesday afternoon donnybrook in St. Louis. Pat Ragazzo of Sports Illustrated’s "Inside the Mets" joins him to discuss that, Robinson Cano's future, and why the baseball is do damn slick.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.

Ep 337The Tylor Megill Experience
Mike Silva reacts to Tylor Megill's fast start and how both he and David Peterson might be the biggest stories during the Mets fast start. 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.

Ep 336Mets Pass A Giant First Test
Mike Silva reacts to the Mets taking 3 of 4 from the Giants in the team's first "test series" of the 2022 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.

Ep 335Seaver Highlights Citi Field Opening Weekend
Mike Silva discusses the Tom Seaver statue ceremony and the energy around Citi Field for opening weekend. Pat Jordan, author of the book "Tom Seaver and Me" lifts the curtain and gives us a look at Seaver off-the-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.

Ep 334Buck's Bullpen Puzzle
Mike Silva dissects Buck Showalter's bullpen management after the Mets 5-2 road trip to Washington DC and Philadelphia. 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.

Ep 333First Impressions from the Nation's Capital
Mike Silva reviews the first series of the season and gives first impressions of the 2022 Mets. Also hear his thoughts on MLB partnering with Apple TV.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.

Ep 332Hello 2022 Mets
Mike Silva is joined by Mark Healey of Gotham Baseball. They preview the 2022 Mets by sharing opening day memories, telling you what storylines they see emerging, and who will surprise and disappoint 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.

Ep 331Play Better
Mike Silva discusses how the Mets and Buck Showalter can't use the Jacob deGrom injury as an excuse for poor play. Hear his thoughts on the potential Dom Smith-Chris Paddack blockbuster deal. What are the Mets best lineups and how many runs will they score? Another fun-with-numbers Talkin Mets segment. 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.

Ep 330Let the Good Vibes Roll
Mike Silva is joined by guest co-host Anthony Rivera of the Subway to Shea podcast. They guys give their take on the direction of what is now a 28-man opening day roster, the good vibes in Mets camp, whether Michael Conforto should still be considered as a free agent, and reaction to Jacob deGrom’s return to the mound.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.

Ep 329Did the Competition Leave the Mets Behind?
The Dodgers, Braves, and Phillies made huge moves this week. Did they leave the Mets in the dust? Mike Silva discusses that, deGrom’s opt-out, spring sleepers, and a potential off-the-field thunderbolt that can be a problem for the 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.

Ep 328It's Go Time
Mike Silva talks about the Mets acquisition of Oakland pitcher Chris Bassitt, the importance of Francisco Lindor getting off to a hot start, Max Scherzer's clubhouse presence, and reaction to the new schedule MLB announced for 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.

Ep 327Reaction to MLB Labor Peace
Mike Silva reacts to the end of the MLB Lockout and how the players and Steve Cohen look like the good guys after 3 months of negotiations. 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.

Ep 326Will There Even Be Baseball in 2022?
Mike Silva discusses the real possibility about the 2022 MLB season not happening. Hear his thoughts on expanded playoffs, the current labor negotiations, and why this might not heal as quickly as 1994. 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.

Ep 325MLBPA's Resolve and Steve Trachsel Joins the Show
Mike Silva reacts to the possibility of the 2022 season being delayed due to the lockout and the resolve of the MLBPA in the negotiations. Former Met Steve Trachsel stops by to remember his career in Flushing. Hear his memories about throwing two 1-hitters, the 2001 season, and his deliberate style of 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.

Ep 324MLB Lockout at a Crossroad
Hear Mike Silva react to the Matt Harvey scandal and give the latest on the MLB Lockout. Will baseball start on time? Tune in 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.

Ep 323Buck and Billy Visit PSL
Mike Silva is joined by Joe Demayo of SNY.tv to discuss MLB Labor relations, Buck Showalter and Billy Eppler's Port St. Lucie Tour, Robinson Cano, and what minor league depth pieces can help the Mets in 2022. 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.

Ep 322How Good Are the Mets?
Mike Silva discusses the new coaching staff and how it differs from last year's analytical group. Billy Eppler thinks the Mets are good. How good? Listen to Mike use "Talkin Mets Analytics" to determine if this team stacks up against the elite in the National League. 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.

Ep 3212022 HOF Ballot
Mike Silva is joined by Dan Graca of MLB Network Radio to discuss who they would vote for on their 2022 Hall-of-Fame Ballot.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.

Ep 320Number 17 Gets His Day
Mike Silva talks with Bob Klapisch of the Newark Star-Ledger about covering Keith Hernandez in the eighties. Hear them talk about Keith's Hall-of-Fame chances, comparisons to Don Mattingly, and the organization’s new philosophy of embracing their history. Mike gives his take on how the front office and coaching staff has developed during the lockout. 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.

Ep 319The Mets What If Show
Mike Silva is joined by John Strubel of Mets Rewind as they discuss an alternate version of Mets history. What if Nolan Ryan was never traded? Would Tom Seaver spending his whole career in New York change things? What if Kevin Mitchell stayed in New York? Would Ray Knight have mattered in 1987? A successful Generation K and A-Rod in Blue and Orange are all on the table with this Mets history 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.

Ep 318Part 2: Did Gil Pave the Way for Keith?
There are only 16 first baseman in the Hall-of-Fame. Is Gil Hodges induction the beginning of the Veterans Committee recognizing others? Hear Mike Silva tell you why Keith Hernandez and John Olerud should eventually be inducted. Mike also gives you a listen to an old interview from the "vault" he conducted with Gil Hodges widow, Mrs. Joan Hodges.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.

Ep 317Part 1: Gil Hodges Soul of a Champion
Listen to Mike Silva discuss Gil Hodges career and service to his country with the Producer of the Gil Hodges Film, Kevin O’Malley.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.

Ep 316The Transformation of the Mets
Mike Silva reacts to the Buck Showalter press conference, worries about the rumors of the Mets trading Jeff McNeil off a bad season, and wonders if there is another big bat in the future post-lockout. 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.

Ep 315A New Dawn for the Mets
Hear Mike Silva react to the Mets hiring of Buck Showalter as their new manager. He gives his take on why the fans should use caution before they "back up the prospect truck" for Reds ace Luis Castillo. He rounds out the show with some Brandon Nimmo love, 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.

Ep 314The Buck Should Stop at Citi Field
Mike Silva breaks down the final candidates for the Mets managerial job. He tells you why Buck Showalter is the right fit and why it would be dangerous for Billy Eppler to choose anyone else. He rounds out the show talking about how Kevin Gausman turning down the Mets puts them in a tough spot to improve the starting pitching post-lockout. 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.

Ep 313Mets Managerial Search Begins
Mike Silva discusses the Mets roster, Buck Showalter as the next manager, and his thoughts on Gil Hodges and the Veterans Committee Hall-of-Fame vote. 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.

Ep 312Mad Max is a Met
Mike Silva reacts to the Mets signing of Max Scherzer. 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.

Ep 311Talkin Mets Panel Discussion
For the first time Mike Silva hosts a group of diverse and passionate Mets fans. Hear their thoughts on Steve Cohen, free agent spending, starting pitching, and what would their one Mets wish be if a genie gave them the opportunity to rewrite 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.

Ep 310Black Friday Shopping Spree
Mike Silva recaps the Steve Cohen-Steven Matz "tweet-gate", gives his thoughts on the Mets Black Friday shopping spree, and where he would like to see them go in the starting pitching market. 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.

Ep 309Billy Eppler and the Mets
Mike Silva reacts to the Billy Eppler's press conference, Noah Syndergaard’s departure, and the free agent starting pitching market. Jeff Fletcher, Angels beat reporter for the OC Register, joins him to give his take on Eppler’s tenure out in Anaheim.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.

Ep 308What We Learned at the GM Meetings
Sandy Alderson didn’t say much at the GM Meetings this past week, but Mike Silva believes we have learned what kind of organization the Mets will be regardless of who their general managers turns out to be. Also hear his thoughts on what kind off players the Mets will target this offseason.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.

Ep 307Are Analytics Ruining the Mets?
Mike Silva discusses Chili Davis’ comments about the Mets use of analytics and the qualifying offers to Michael Conforto and Noah Syndergaard. Rich Mancuso from NY Sports Day offers inside information about how Sandy Alderson is holding the Mets back in the general manager search and why the Mets organization is on the wrong track.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.

Ep 306Don't Believe the Mets GM Search Narrative
Mike Silva recaps the week of reporting on the Mets GM search. He tells you why you shouldn’t rely on mainstream media reports to paint the picture of how the search is going, gives you what candidate he is currently impressed with, and which one’s he isn’t.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.

Ep 305Is Sandy Alderson Holding the Mets Back?
Mike Silva is joined by guest co-host Devin Gordon, author of the book “So Many Ways to Lose The Amazin' True Story of the New York Mets―the Best Worst Team in Sports,” as they discuss the recent turn of events with the Mets front office search. The guys debate whether the lack of information is a bad sign, what the Mets can learn from the current playoff teams, and their thoughts on some of the more recent candidates mentioned by the media. 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.