Mike Silva weighs in on the reports that the Mets and Pete Alonso are still at an impasse in contract negotiation. The Mets must now set a deadline for Alonso and Boras and accept the consequences of putting their chips at the center of the table.

Mike also addresses the rumors about a pivot to Vlad Guerrero Jr., which, as enticing as this may sound, will carry its risks and be more expensive than fans realiz

Everyone wants the Mets to sign Tanner Scott. Mike thinks that is a bad idea and mentions two names that might not be as sexy but might be better fitted to support the bridge to Edwin Diaz.

Mike Silva discusses the rumored short-term deal between the Mets and Pete Alonso. Hear what history thinks about hitters like Alonso and how they age. The results may surprise you. Whether he signs with the Mets or another team, Alonso needs a huge 2025 to prove he is still the elite hitter who led the Mets to the postseason in 2022.

With the Hot Stove producing very little “heat” the last couple of weeks, the Talkin’ Mets podcast takes a break from the current reality and looks back at a Mets season and team that’s often forgotten: 1973

Len Ferman of the website The Sports Time Traveler talks about his book “1973: You’ve Gota To Believe” as he followed the ‘73 Mets daily through the newspaper archive.

Hear Mike and Len remember the great Willie Mays final season, Rusty Staub’s impact on the club, Tom Seaver’s historic season, beating the Big Red Machine, and the near misses against Oakland in the World Series. Did Yogi Berra make a mistake starting Seaver on short rest? Why didn’t he use George Stone? All this is discussed on the latest Talkin’ Mets look back on Mets history.

The latest Talkin’ Mets podcast focuses on the pursuit of Pete Alonso. Mike Silva discusses the rumors of the Mets looking at a corner outfield bat and how it plays into the Alonso discussion. What about Alex Bregman? Is he an acceptable alternative to the Polar Bear? Is Anthony Santander even in play?

The latest Talkin’ Mets Podcast reacts to the signing of Sean Manaea. The Mets inked him to a solid 3-year/$75-million dollar deal, but can he lead a rotation that has as many questions as answers?

Hear Mike talk about that and announce his 2024 Talkin’ Mets “Person of the Year” Nominees.

On today’s show, Mike discusses the market for Pete Alonso and how Alex Bregman might be the only viable big bat option if the Mets fail to sign the “Polar Bear.”

Listen to how he compares the two, the emotional connection to Alonso, and where he believes the market will end up.

Mike also discusses the slow pace of the MLB Hot Stove, discusses a solution to the “transaction congestion,” and opines on the “Golden At-Bat” rule proposition. 

Talkin’ Mets put a final bow on the “winter of Soto” by discussing the introduction of Juan Soto at Citi Field.

Hear Mike's thoughts on the media reaction to the deal, Yankees fans, and a reminder of how good Soto is with some “fun with numbers.”

What’s next? Well, they need pitching, and Mike goes into how he believes the starting pitching market will develop for David Stearns.

The Mets signed Juan Soto to a record-breaking deal. Hear Mike Silva react to the news.

During the show's second half, Mike discusses a world where the Mets do not land Soto. What is Plan B? Names such as Anthony Santander, Pete Alonso, Alex Bregman, Willy Adames, and even Carlos Correa are discussed.

What about the pitching? Hear his thoughts on an acceptable contract for Corbin Burnes and a “quantity” pitching plan. 

Unconfirmed rumors circulated during the Thanksgiving holiday about the Red Sox closing in on a deal with Juan Soto. Mike explains why Boston has always been a threat and why he thinks there might be truth to all the Boston and Soto buzz.