Getting Ready for the Hot Stove

The Dodgers are World Champions — proof that even the most talented, highest-paid team still needs a little baseball luck to finish the job. In today’s MLB, building a playoff roster is a strategic endeavor; winning it all is unpredictable. This offseason, David Stearns holds the keys to both payroll flexibility and elite prospect capital. How he manages them will define his tenure in New York. Join Mike as he breaks down the Edwin Díaz and Pete Alonso contract situations, explores potential pitching upgrades through trades or free agency, and decides which current Mets should stay — and who should go. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This latest pre-Hot Stove edition of the podcast kicks off with Mike Silva examining Edwin Diaz's current contract and assessing whether there is enough of a market for him to opt out. Better question: Can the Mets live without him? Ernest Dove of The New York Mets Dove Report joins me to talk about AFL prospects - specifically Nick Morabito and Chris Suero, what prospects should be available to trade this offseason, and the organization's philosophy on hitting and pitching, and how it relates to the coaches hired. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the latest edition of the Talkin’ Mets podcast, Mike Silva outlines what the Mets rotation needs. Hear him talk about Tarik Skubal and other aces and what he would and would not give up. How do the Mets get innings from their staff? What about acquiring the next Skubal that hasn’t put their potential together? Can they use a Kevin Costner “ For the Love of the Game” type of veteran to give them moxie and some mentorship? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today’s show kicks off with Mike Silva discussing what kind of owner Steve Cohen will be five years into the quest for a championship. Since he didn’t fulfill his promise of delivering for Mets fans, will we see late 80s Steinbrenner or a more balanced approach? Is the pressure from the media and fans going to negate the kind of team building that David Stearns is known for? Pete Alonso wants a seven-year deal. Is that reasonable? Mike Silva discusses where Alonso stands historically, the intangibles he demonstrated this past season that changed his mind, and the bind the team faces if he decides to go elsewhere. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mike Silva annouces his new partnership to the loyal Talkin' Mets audiance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A week later, it’s time to wipe away the tears and put aside the frustrations of 2025 and look towards the future.Mike Silva discusses the core players on the roster and whether the Mets should consider moving on from them. His latest “back of the paper bag math” stat sheds some light on the value and problems of the core team members.Hear him review the 40-man roster, give an early look at who to consider re-signing, and tender a contract. On the way out, Mike takes a few mailbag questions from the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets missed the playoffs, and the fans are angry. Mike talks about why this year’s team is the same as last year’s team and how David Stearns needs to approach roster building this offseason.Want to know why 2025 happened? You can review the top players on the roster to see who has acquired them.In the second half of the program, Mike outlines some thoughts on what he would like to see the front office focus on this offseason. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Mets “stubbed their toe” this weekend and now trail the Reds in the Wild Card race. Although it’s not over, things are not looking up in Queens.Why are the Mets 0-67 when trailing after nine innings? Why do they have a losing record in one-run games? Mike Silva talks about the “little things” that have gone wrong and some key stats that tell the story behind the awful three-month stretch.In the back half of the show, Mike reads listener emails - a first for the Talkin’ Mets Podcast - and responds to their thoughts and criticisms. He rounds out the show with a new, inspiring Mets theme song by Tommy Byrne and Ron Haney called Kings of Queens. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Pete Alonso saved the Mets for a day, but with two weeks left in the regular season, the 2025 Mets are fighting for their lives with a “muck” of .500 teams. Instead of a breakthrough, this group is just surviving. Is anyone having any fun?Can core players like Alonso, McNeil, Diaz, and Nimmo survive in this town going forward if this team doesn’t make the playoffs? On top of that, have we ever seen a Mets team in their history that a playoff spot will be met with a sigh of relief rather than joy?In the back half of the show, Mike looks at the season Juan Soto has and compares it to some of the greats in the sport. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Another poor road trip ends, and the Mets now face old friend Jacob deGrom tonight at Citi Field.Mike Silva hosts a rare Friday show and discusses how this season is likely to be a disappointment, regardless of whether the team makes the playoffs or not.Hear his thoughts on the disappointing road trip and the state of the team in this latest 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.