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Talkin' Mets
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A podcast dedicated entirely to New York Mets baseball, hosted by longtime radio voice Mike Silva. For more than a decade, Mike has shared his passionate and objective insights on the team’s latest developments. Serving as the “bridge” between fans and mainstream media, he also occasionaly features conversations with beat writers, journalists, influential bloggers, and both former and current players.
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Youth Movement
May 2401:05:09Tap to summarizeAs the first third of the season comes to a close, it’s time for a serious evaluation of the 2026 Mets. Mike Silva breaks down why the numbers paint a troubling picture and how the National League playoff race may already be starting to slip away. But that doesn’t mean the rest of the season is meaningless. Over the next two months, the Mets have an opportunity to determine which young players can form the foundation for 2027 and beyond. They also need to assess which veterans could be moved to bring back valuable future assets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Part 2: Ryan Thompson Talks Early 90s Mets
May 1801:01:27Tap to summarizeFormer Met Ryan Thompson joins the show to talk about his experience coming up through New York in the early 1990s, the pressure young players face in the Big Apple, and why succeeding in this market can be one of the toughest challenges in baseball. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Part 1: Subway Series Wake Up Call
May 1800:50:50Tap to summarizeThe Mets took two of three from the Yankees in dramatic fashion, and suddenly, there may be signs of life in Queens. Has the combination of a Subway Series win and the arrival of prospects Carson Benge and A.J. Ewing provided the spark this team needed to get back into the race? Mike Silva discusses the organization’s apparent commitment to giving its young players an opportunity and what that could mean for the rest of the 2026 season. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →False Hope
May 1100:58:10Tap to summarizeA 5-4 road trip should feel like progress, but Mike Silva still isn’t buying fully into the 2026 Mets. Despite strong pitching, improved league parity, and a team hovering in the mix, there’s still something missing — and Mike explains why the “half empty” view of this club hasn’t changed. Plus, in this week’s mailbag, he reacts to Pete Alonso’s Hall of Fame comments and discusses whether MLB’s new rules have really changed offense, or simply changed the way the game looks while the scoring remains historically similar. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Commitment to the Plan
May 401:03:37Tap to summarizeRebuild, you say? After giving Carlos Mendoza a “vote of confidence” and the extension to backup catcher Luis Torrens, Mike Silva believes the Mets are “doubling down” on their current plan and have no intention of rebuilding. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Opportunity from the Crisis
Apr 2700:51:08Tap to summarizeThe Mets are in the middle of another brutal losing streak, and frustration around the New York Mets is reaching a familiar boiling point. But what if this collapse is actually an opportunity? Instead of chasing short-term fixes and pretending this roster is one move away, Mike Silva explores how this stretch could force the organization to confront a bigger truth: this team may need a mini rebuild. What veterans could be moved? Which young players deserve a runway? And how can David Stearns reshape the roster without tearing everything down? Mike also examines a fascinating managerial possibility if ownership decides a new voice is needed: could Alex Cora be the right leader for a transitional era? From player development and clubhouse communication to handling New York media pressure, Mike breaks down why Cora could be a far more realistic fit than many fans realize. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →How Did The Mets Get Here?
Apr 1901:05:58Tap to summarizeThe Mets have dropped 11 straight, and the noise around the team is reaching a breaking point. While David Stearns and Carlos Mendoza are taking the heat, the roots of this collapse run far deeper—nearly a decade in the making. Mike Silva digs into the real causes behind the skid and explains why the organization may need to take a step back before it can truly move forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Consequences of Impulsivity
Apr 1600:40:10Tap to summarizeThe Mets were swept by the Dodgers, extending their losing streak to eight games and pushing the early season to a breaking point. On this off day, Mike Silva examines the different paths the organization can take to “shake things up”—and why the fan-favorite solution may come with bigger consequences than expected. Tune in for an early-season emergency edition of the show, offering a dose of much-needed Mets therapy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →Part 2: Positional Prospect Discussion
Apr 1301:03:31Tap to summarizeTalkin’ Mets returns with a special edition, shifting the focus from pitching to the organization’s top positional prospects. Which hitters are poised to make an impact? What are the under-the-radar names? Have the Mets taken a step forward in developing offensive talent under David Stearns? Listen now! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Transcribe →McNeil Delivers, But Are the Kids Ready?
Apr 1200:54:38Tap to summarizeJeff McNeil and the A’s rolled into Citi Field and left with a sweep, sending a frustrated Mets crowd to the exits with boos echoing throughout the ballpark. While much of the focus has been on the struggles of veterans like Francisco Lindor, Mike Silva shifts the conversation to what may truly define the 2026 season — the consistency of the Mets’ young, homegrown core. Are players like Baty, Vientos, and Benge ready to carry the team into the next phase, or is the uncertainty just beginning? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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