A show all about New York Mets baseball. Radio host Mike Silva has been opining about the team for over a decade and gives you his unbiased and passionate opinion of the latest happenings with the team. Mike is the &#34;bridge&#34; between the fans and the mainstream media. Guests include beat writers, journalist, influential bloggers as well as former and current players.

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Are you feeling good about the Mets after their 3-3 West Coast trip? I bet you are, but Mike isn&#39;t feeling warm and fuzzy despite the team passing their first 2024 test. What should you be worried about? Listen to a special mid-week edition of the Talkin&#39; Mets podcast. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

West Coast Warning Signs

Are you feeling good about the Mets after their 3-3 West Coast trip? I bet you are, but Mike isn't feeling warm and fuzzy despite the team passing their first 2024 test. What should you be worried about? Listen to a special mid-week edition of the Talkin' Mets podcast.

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Mike rounds out the show by remembering Whitey Herzog and Jackie Robinson. Was the “White Rat” the first villain to live rent-free in Mets fan’s heads? Do we give enough credit to Jackie Robinson’s achievements on the field?  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Remembering Whitey and Jackie

Mike rounds out the show by remembering Whitey Herzog and Jackie Robinson. Was the “White Rat” the first villain to live rent-free in Mets fan’s heads? Do we give enough credit to Jackie Robinson’s achievements on the field?

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Citi Field should be the ultimate home field advantage. Why is it not? Was Shea Stadium a better baseball experience? Mike talks about his visit to Citi Field and gives his thoughts on the topic during the week the Mets celebrated Shea Stadium’s 60 birthday.  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Citi Field vs. Shea Stadium

Citi Field should be the ultimate home field advantage. Why is it not? Was Shea Stadium a better baseball experience? Mike talks about his visit to Citi Field and gives his thoughts on the topic during the week the Mets celebrated Shea Stadium’s 60 birthday.

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The Mets took two of three from the Dodgers in dramatic fashion. The weekend was fun for many reasons, and this team is showing early signs of resiliency and heart. Is the sum greater than the parts? Are we about to go on a similar ride with this group as we did in 2022? Maybe, but Mike also discusses some early warning signs that should concern you.  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

LA Dreaming

The Mets took two of three from the Dodgers in dramatic fashion. The weekend was fun for many reasons, and this team is showing early signs of resiliency and heart. Is the sum greater than the parts? Are we about to go on a similar ride with this group as we did in 2022? Maybe, but Mike also discusses some early warning signs that should concern you.

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Mike rounds out the show with Mark Rosenman of <a href="https://www.kinerskorner.com/" rel="nofollow">Kiners Korner</a>. Mark’s website, which includes a postgame “Zoom Room,” has become a popular destination for fans yearning for something similar to the Ralph Kiner postgame shows of the past.Hear Mark and Mike discuss Doc Gooden’s retirement ceremony, the atmosphere at Citi Field, and some of the ways Mark is bringing Mets fans a positive community experience. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Mike rounds out the show with Mark Rosenman of Kiners Korner. Mark’s website, which includes a postgame “Zoom Room,” has become a popular destination for fans yearning for something similar to the Ralph Kiner postgame shows of the past.

Hear Mark and Mike discuss Doc Gooden’s retirement ceremony, the atmosphere at Citi Field, and some of the ways Mark is bringing Mets fans a positive community experience.



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The Mets got some homegrown help this weekend as Jose Butto shined in a 6-inning//9 strikeout performance. Can Butto and perhaps Christian Scott give the Mets a homegrown flair to their rotation later this summer?The crowds at Citi Field were small but passionate. With their weekend performance, the Mets fans showed they could create a home-field advantage for the Amazin’s. Hear Mike’s thoughts on that and the ovation for Francisco Lindor.  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Homegrown Help

The Mets got some homegrown help this weekend as Jose Butto shined in a 6-inning//9 strikeout performance. Can Butto and perhaps Christian Scott give the Mets a homegrown flair to their rotation later this summer?

The crowds at Citi Field were small but passionate. With their weekend performance, the Mets fans showed they could create a home-field advantage for the Amazin’s. Hear Mike’s thoughts on that and the ovation for Francisco Lindor.

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The Mets won four of six on the road. Hear Mike Silva&#39;s reaction to the Braves series and how the Mets stack up against the best team in the NL. What is his major concern about the club, even after a good road trip, and what secret weapon does he believe Carlos Mendoza may have? Listen to this and more on the latest Talkin&#39; Mets. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Chop That - Road Trip Reaction

The Mets won four of six on the road. Hear Mike Silva's reaction to the Braves series and how the Mets stack up against the best team in the NL. What is his major concern about the club, even after a good road trip, and what secret weapon does he believe Carlos Mendoza may have? Listen to this and more on the latest Talkin' Mets.

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Mike discusses Francisco Lindor’s historically bad start to round out the show. The conversation about fan behavior and how Mets fans can become tenth men on the field again wraps up the program. Are we at an inflection point after a group of fans attacked Lindor’s family on social media?  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Unhealthy Hate

Mike discusses Francisco Lindor’s historically bad start to round out the show. The conversation about fan behavior and how Mets fans can become tenth men on the field again wraps up the program. Are we at an inflection point after a group of fans attacked Lindor’s family on social media?

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The pitching epidemic took another turn for the worse with the news that Braves ace Spencer Strider might need Tommy John surgery. The Players Association blames the pitch clock, while the industry blames the hunt for velocity and spin rate. Both are wrong, and the solution might be costly in dollars and cents. Hear Mike’s suggestion on mitigating a problem that won’t be fixed quickly, easily, or cheaply.  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Future of Pitching in the Balance

The pitching epidemic took another turn for the worse with the news that Braves ace Spencer Strider might need Tommy John surgery. The Players Association blames the pitch clock, while the industry blames the hunt for velocity and spin rate. Both are wrong, and the solution might be costly in dollars and cents. Hear Mike’s suggestion on mitigating a problem that won’t be fixed quickly, easily, or cheaply.

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The Mets have the blueprint for success: 5-6 innings from the starters, enough offense to put up a crooked number, and a bridge to Edwin Diaz. What can derail them? It’s in the details, and the margin of error is thinner than you think. Saturday’s loss can be an example of what can make 2024 a subpar season.  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Blueprint

The Mets have the blueprint for success: 5-6 innings from the starters, enough offense to put up a crooked number, and a bridge to Edwin Diaz. What can derail them? It’s in the details, and the margin of error is thinner than you think. Saturday’s loss can be an example of what can make 2024 a subpar season.

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Mike Silva reacts to the Brewers sweep of the Mets on Opening Weekend. Hear his thoughts on how the pitching, hitting, fielding, and fans were all responsible for the poor results. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

O For Opening Weekend

Mike Silva reacts to the Brewers sweep of the Mets on Opening Weekend. Hear his thoughts on how the pitching, hitting, fielding, and fans were all responsible for the poor results.

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Darren Reed was a star-crossed outfielder for the Mets in the late 1980s/early 1990s. He routinely had huge spring training numbers but never made the club. Mike Silva tells you who this year&#39;s Darren Reed is and awards them the first annual “Darren Reed Spring Training Award.”  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The 2024 Darren Reed Award

Darren Reed was a star-crossed outfielder for the Mets in the late 1980s/early 1990s. He routinely had huge spring training numbers but never made the club. Mike Silva tells you who the 2024 Mets Darren Reed is and awards them the first annual “Darren Reed Spring Training Award.”

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When spring training started, there were tons of questions about the manager, bullpen, veterans, rotation, and top prospects. Hear Mike tell you what we learned throughout Grapefruit League action.  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

What Did We Learn This Spring?

When spring training started, there were tons of questions about the manager, bullpen, veterans, rotation, and top prospects. Hear Mike tell you what we learned throughout Grapefruit League action.

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The Mets signed J.D. Martinez. What does this mean for the team going forward, and what does it say about David Stearns?  Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

The Impact of J.D. Martinez

The Mets signed J.D. Martinez. What does this mean for the team going forward, and what does it say about David Stearns?

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It&#39;s been a while since the Mets made the fans feel good about the team.Edwin Diaz took the mound this past week and reminded everyone how dominant he could be in the ninth inning.Adding to that exciting prospect, did you see the stuff from all those pitchers in the Spring Breakout Game? Steve Cohen says the Mets are loaded. Maybe that&#39;s an overstatement, but there is reason to be excited.Finally, if that isn&#39;t enough, how about that starting rotation? Can we believe what the spring stats tell us? Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

A Great Week in Port St. Lucie

It's been a while since the Mets made the fans feel good about the team. 

Edwin Diaz took the mound this past week and reminded everyone how dominant he could be in the ninth inning. 

Adding to that exciting prospect, did you see the stuff from all those pitchers in the Spring Breakout Game? Steve Cohen says the Mets are loaded. Maybe that's an overstatement, but there is reason to be excited. 

Finally, if that isn't enough, how about that starting rotation? Can we believe what the spring stats tell us?

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Is Ji-Man Choi pushing himself onto the roster? What bullpen arms are making Carlos Mendoza&#39;s final roster decisions hard? Listen to the latest opinions on the Grapefruit League by Mike Silva Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Ji-Man Headlines the Grapefruit Roundup

Is Ji-Man Choi pushing himself onto the roster? What bullpen arms are making Carlos Mendoza's final roster decisions hard? Listen to the latest opinions on the Grapefruit League by Mike Silva.

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Is there a debate about Brandon Nimmo in the leadoff spot? Mike Silva tells you why this is silly and should stop immediately. What is the Mets best lineup? Who will protect Pete Alonso? Hear his thoughts. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Nimmo at Leadoff

Is there a debate about Brandon Nimmo in the leadoff spot? Mike Silva tells you why this is silly and should stop immediately. What is the Mets best lineup? Who will protect Pete Alonso? Hear his thoughts.

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Zack Wheeler signs an extension with the Phillies, and The Athletic reports on a pitching crisis in the same week. How will the Mets build and sustain a rotation? Maybe David Stearns is already showing you. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Starting Crisis

Zack Wheeler signs an extension with the Phillies, and The Athletic reports on a pitching crisis in the same week. How will the Mets build and sustain a rotation? Maybe David Stearns is already showing you.

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The first week of Grapefruit League action displayed the future of the Mets offense with performances from Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, and Jett Williams. Mike Silva tells you why these three can be the midseason energy shot the club needs to make the playoffs. Also, hear his thoughts on surprising bullpen options and the early front runners for the Darren Reed Spring Training Award. Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Shots of Energy

The first week of Grapefruit League action displayed the future of the Mets offense with performances from Drew Gilbert, Luisangel Acuna, and Jett Williams. Mike Silva tells you why these three can be the midseason energy shot the club needs to make the playoffs. Also, hear his thoughts on surprising bullpen options and the early front runners for the Darren Reed Spring Training Award.

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Cody Bellinger and Matt Chapman signed their &#34;pillow&#34; contracts. Is Jordan Montgomery next? The Mets still insist they are not in the market for pitching, and reports indicate that Michael Lorenzen is higher on their depth chart. What is happening, and why is David Stearns averse to Jordan Montgomery? Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a> Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a>

Jordan Montgomery on a Platter

Cody Bellinger and Matt Chapman signed their "pillow" contracts. Is Jordan Montgomery next? The Mets still insist they are not in the market for pitching, and reports indicate that Michael Lorenzen is higher on their depth chart. What is happening, and why is David Stearns averse to Jordan Montgomery?

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A show about New  York Mets baseball with unbiased and passionate opinion about the latest happenings with the team.

A show all about New York Mets baseball. Radio host Mike Silva has been opining about the team for over a decade and gives you his unbiased and passionate opinion of the latest happenings with the team. Mike is the "bridge" between the fans and the mainstream media. Guests include beat writers, journalist, influential bloggers as well as former and current players.