Francisco Alvarez is struggling. Should Carlos Mendoza make Luis Torrens a bigger part of the September equation?

Sean Manaea has evolved into an ace. The Mets new big three in September need to continue performing for them to make the postseason.

Mike Silva recaps the Mets trade deadline acquisitions, why Stearns is "threading the needle," and how it will be essential to balance prospect capital with acquisitions in the future due to the cost of elite talent.

Mike Silva discusses the resignation of Billy Eppler and how MLB is sending Steve Cohen a "message" with their investigation into the phantom IL.

Mike Silva discusses the David Stearns press conference, initial reactions, what we learned, and what is next with hiring a manager. 

Mike discusses what he's learned about the Mets since August 1st and whether any of it can lead to better days in 2024. Hear his thoughts on milestones and whether the new rules have watered down historic benchmarks. Daniel Murphy was in town and he can teach David Stearns a Mets history lesson.

Daniel Murphy was at Citi Field to say goodbye to his career and the fans. What can David Stearns learn from how the Mets handled Murphy after 2015? Hear Mike Silva's take on a unique player in Mets history,

Francisco Lindor is part of the 30/30 club. With four players hitting that milestone are the new rules taking away from the special benchmarks that make baseball the game we love? Mike Silva discusses.

Mike Silva reacts to the firing of Buck Showalter and recaps what he saw the final 8 weeks of the season and whether it helps bring better days to 2024.

Mike Silva is joined by Will Sammon of The Athletic to discuss Buck Showalter's future, Pete Alonso's extension, and what went wrong with the 2023 Mets.

Mike talks about fans complaining about their ticket price increases and how they should expect more as Cohen tries to turn the Mets into a luxury baseball brand.

Mike Silva is joined by Will Sammon of The Athletic to discuss the what to expect from David Stearns, Pete Alonso's extension, and the comments on the team's work ethic by Tommy Pham.

Mike discusses how David Stearns needs to hit the ground running day one and send the right message to the fans with his decisions on Pete Alonso's extension and the future of Buck Showalter.

Did you read the Talkin' Mets Top Prospect List? If not, subscribe now at substack.com/@talkinmetsnog and get it for FREE. Hear Mike Silva discuss their top prospects with Talkin' Mets contributor David Mills and how they fit into David Stearns' trade deadline strategy.

Mike Silva discusses how David Stearns is the right hire, but is no sure thing. Just ask Chaim Bloom and the Red Sox. Mike opens up the "vault" and replays his interview with Michael Stahl, author of the book "Big Sexy" to honor the retirement of former Mets pitcher Bartolo Colon.

Mike Silva discusses how David Stearns is the right hire, but is no sure thing. Just ask Chaim Bloom and the Red Sox. Mike opens up the "vault" and replays his interview with Michael Stahl, author of the book "Big Sexy" to honor the retirement of former Mets pitcher Bartolo Colon.

Mike goes back into his "vault" and replays an interview with Michael Stahl author of the book "Big Sexy" to commerate the retirement of former Mets pitcher Bartolo Colon.

Mike talks about the situation David Stearns is coming into with the Mets and cautions that the new executive is a "sure thing" but just comparing him to Chaim Bloom up in Boston.

Mike Silva reacts to the David Stearns news and ponders how he will be as the team President of Baseball Operations. He doesn't want you to forget the job that Billy Eppler has done, which he considers to be underrated. Is Kodai Senga an ace? How good are the "Baby Mets?" Listen to that and more on this latest episode.

Mike discusses the Post+ article by Dan Martin where former Mets minor league manager Ed Blankmeyer dishes his thoughts on the "Baby Mets"

Mike look at the improvements that Kodai Senga has made this season and wonders, is he an ace? Hear his thoughts about that and some early musings on the 2024 rotation.

Mike talks about the rumors regarding the hiring of David Stearns as the new President of Baseball Operations. Despite the excitement, Mike reminds everyone about how underrated a job Billy Eppler has done during his tenure to date.

Mike Silva discusses the Mets player development shake up, what gems to watch on the roster this September, Pete Alonso trade rumors, and rounds out the show with the retirement of Doc Gooden and Darryl Strawberry's numbers.

Mike Silva reacts to the news that the Mets are retiring the numbers of Darryl Strawberry and Doc Gooden.

David Stearns first trade deadline is a difficult one. With the price of quality starters and relievers skyrocketing, how far should he go to upgrade the 2024 Mets? Mike Silva outlines the challenges and tells you how the Mets should use their financial might over prospect capital.

The media is making a huge deal about the Pete Alonso trade rumors. What is real and what is fake? What does this all mean. Mike breaks it down as only he can!

We all are excited about watching the "Baby Mets," but are there other gems on the roster? Is DJ Stewart someone to watch?

Mike talks about the Mets cleaning house on their player development team and recaps Billy Eppler's conversation on Sirius XM Radio.

Shohei Ohtani showed up to Citi Field no longer a pitcher - for now - does that change how the Mets should approach him this offseason? Hear Mike's thoughts on why the HBP dilemma is not just a Mets problem. He rounds out the show with some long overdue appreciation for Francisco Lindor.

Mike Silva has been critical of the Francisco Lindor contract, but was he wrong? After watching Lindor's performance this year where does he stand with the best players in the game? Is he worth it? Find out if Mike has changed his mind.

Pete Alonso was hit again and the Mets are mad. Is this really a Mets problem? Will retaliating matter? Mike talks about the larger issue that is causing this "epidemic" on a nightly basis.

Shohei Ohtani came to Citi Field no longer a pitcher - for now. Should that prevent the Mets from going "all in" this winter? What did we learn after watching Ohtani for three days?

Mike talks about how the recent Mets wins have made him think about "what could have been." The prospects in the Scherzer and Verlander trades might just save Billy Eppler's job. Dreaming of a Far East rotation in 2024? It could happen. Mike rounds out the show comparing Steve Cohen to Jerry Buss in HBO's "Winning Time"

Mike talks about HBO's "Winning Time" and how it makes him wonder if Steve Cohen can transform the Mets just like Jerry Buss did to the Lakers over five decades ago.

Ken Rosenthal reports the Mets will be spenders this offseason. Will the answers come from the Far East?

Kodai Senga is back! Did you forget about him? What a challenging time to incorporate him into the rotation. What if he can't get it done? What do the Mets do? Hear Mike talk about this and give an exciting announcement about a fun project on the Substack Newsletter.

Mike Silva talks about how the Mets recent winning makes you wonder if they could have made a run if they stood pat at the deadline. The pressure is on Billy Eppler as the prospects obtained for Scherzer and Verlander will forever be tied together to this "what if." Mike gives some love to Kodai Senga.

Is the Mets clubhouse toxic? Will Brett Baty be any good? Why are the Orioles suspending their broadcaster? The answer to these questions and more on the latest Talkin' Mets podcast.

Mike talks about the Orioles suspending broadcaster Kevin Brown and how the current media landscape is causing teams to react differently.

Brett Baty was sent down by the Mets this week. Will we see him again and will he fulfill his potential? Mike Silva sees a huge red flag that Baty might not be able to overcome.

Mike Silva discusses the comments about the Mets clubhouse being "toxic" and talks about where the real toxicity is in New York sports.

Mike Silva discusses how history may be repeating itself with the current state of the Mets and Yankees. Author Chris Donnelly stops by to talk about his new book "Road to Nowhere: The Early 1990s Collapse and Rebuild of New York City Baseball."

Mike Silva is joined by Chris Donnelly author of the book "Road to Nowhere: The Early 1990s Collapse and Rebuild of New York City Baseball" as they revisit a dark period in New York baseball.

Mike Silva discusses how the current Mets and Yankees give a feel of a New York baseball "malaise" that we haven't seen since the early 90s.

Mike Silva reacts to the trades of Justin Verlander and Max Scherzer. Did Billy Eppler lie to us? What should we look for the rest of the season. What about the Mets and the "winter of Ohtani"? That and more on this special edition of the Talkin Mets Podcast.

Did the Mets just eliminate themselves from the "Winter of Ohtani"? Hear Mike's early reaction to whether Steve Cohen and Billy Eppler can make the 2024 Mets competitive.

The Mets played down to the Marlins and did a classic "stub your toe" in the baseball sense. Hear Mike's take on the negative tone set by Pete Alonso and how the Mets are in a unique situation where they have so many players with question marks this late in the season.

Mike Silva reacts to the Mets dealing Max Scherzer and Justin Verlander. What will he look for the rest of the season. Did Billy Eppler and Steve Cohen lie to the players and fans? Listen and find out.

Mike Silva talks about Billy Eppler's comments about competing in 2024 after trading Max Scherzer to Texas. Did the Mets get anything good for David Robertson? Hear Ely Sussman from Fish on First talk about how he views the prospects the Marlins gave up. Is 2023 the worst Mets season ever? Is it the most disappointing? Mike gives you the period of time he believes will fall into that category.

Is 2023 the worst season in Mets history? Is it the most disappointing? Hear what period of time Mike thinks really could fit that description.