Talkin' Mets

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.