Are the Mets Better?

The Mets capped off a wild week of transactions by landing Freddy Peralta, Bo Bichette, and Luis Robert Jr. With the offseason coming to a close, are the 2026 Mets actually better than last year’s club? Mike breaks down the impact of these moves, explains why Pete Alonso still resonates so strongly with the fanbase, and debates whether the organization should retire Carlos Beltrán’s number. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

David Stearns struck again late into the night, acquiring Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers from Milwaukee in a blockbuster deal that sent Brandon Sproat and Jett Williams the other way. Did the Mets overpay by moving two top-five prospects for what could be a rental? Can Peralta be locked up long-term? And is he truly the frontline arm his reputation suggests? Mike Silva breaks it all down on another special edition of the Talkin’ Mets podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets finally landed Luis Robert Jr. from the White Sox in a deal centered around Luisangel Acuña and a pitching prospect. Did the Mets upgrade their lineup? Does this trade take them out of the Cody Bellinger sweepstakes? And are there still more moves to come before spring training? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Are the Mets finished making big moves this offseason after the Bo Bichette signing? Mike Silva dives into whether Steve Cohen and David Stearns are truly going for the proverbial jugular—or if a more measured approach to rounding out the roster is still to come. Mike also breaks down the BBWAA Hall of Fame ballot, previews the upcoming Mets Hall of Fame, and reacts to listener mailbag questions. Should Carlos Beltrán have his number retired if he’s elected to Cooperstown? All that and more on a fun, wide-ranging episode of the Talkin’ Mets podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Less than 24 hours after Kyle Tucker chose the Dodgers over the Mets, the Mets shocked baseball by stealing Bo Bichette from the Phillies on a short-term deal. How does Bichette fit? What happens to Brett Baty? Has the offseason plan changed—and are Stearns & Cohen finally ready to go player-for-player, dollar-for-dollar with the Dodgers? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets pushed their chips in on Kyle Tucker — and once again, the Dodgers beat them at their own game. Mike Silva reacts to Tucker landing in Los Angeles and asks the big question: Does anyone in the National League have a real shot against the Dodgers right now? What does this miss mean for the Mets’ next move, and did we finally get clarity on how they plan to approach free agency — and which stars they’re actually willing to splurge on? Plus, are Mets fans part of the problem when elite players keep choosing elsewhere? All that and more on a special edition of the show. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

As the Mets wait out the rest of the free-agent market, the numbers are already telling an interesting story. Projection systems quietly see a better team than most fans realize. With two top-10 stars, a growing offensive core, young starters with upside, and a new closer at the back end, are the Mets already built like a 90-win club? Mike Silva breaks it down on the latest episode of Talkin’ Mets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva opens the New Year by looking forward—not backward. While the Summer of OMG brought excitement and optimism, it also left the fan base with unrealistic expectations that have lingered into the offseason. What once felt like a blessing may now be a curse for David Stearns. Mike breaks down the inherent volatility of the MLB postseason and Stearns’ deliberate negotiating style to reset expectations and provide context for the Mets’ measured approach. The episode offers a clear-eyed look at what lies ahead for the remainder of the Hot Stove and how this philosophy shapes the organization’s path into 2026 and beyond. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva examines why David Stearns’ decision to break up the Mets core is the defining story of 2025 — and one that could shape the rest of his tenure. He also dives into the rise of a new media business model born out of Stearns decision to move on from the core: rage baiting. This development will make an already delicate 2026 season even more challenging to navigate. So, are the Mets rebuilding? Looking back at Stearns’ teams in Milwaukee may offer a clearer picture of the long-term vision. Mike wraps up the episode with the final fan mailbag of 2025. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Reports suggest the Mets may be nearing the upper limit of their 2026 budget — despite Steve Cohen publicly pushing back on that idea. So what if the front office does choose a more disciplined, frugal path this winter? Could this be the moment the Mets finally take the leap and fully trust their farm system? Mike Silva reads the tea leaves and delivers a pre-Christmas State of the Union on the Mets. With David Stearns at the helm, the organization may be heading into uncharted territory — asking the New York media and fan base to do something they rarely do: believe in player development. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.