As we enter the “dog days” of spring training, it’s a great time to do a Mets State of the Union.

Andrew Tredinnick of The Record joins Mike Silva to discuss the Francisco Alvarez injury, Brett Baty's emergence, Juan Soto’s acclimation to the team, and the positive culture that has been promoted.

Mike also rounds out the show with thoughts on who should step in for Alvarez while he’s out.

The Mets have lost key members of their starting rotation this spring, but have the performances of the top prospects and some lesser-known names changed the perception of how competitive this group can be? Listen to Mike’s thoughts on who is impressing in camp and his early prediction on what thirteen arms will come north with the club.

Brett Baty is having a breakout spring. Is he a candidate for the annual “Darren Reed Award,” or does he have a legitimate shot at a roster spot? Is Baty also an option for the starting lineup, considering Starling Marte may not be ready for the season? Hear Mike discuss this and other positional options to round out the roster.

Did Steve Cohen call out Mets fans for their lack of support? After his comments about Citi Field attendance, many on social media defended their decision to stay away from the ballpark. The debate is nuanced, and there are multiple reasons why the team is in the bottom half of the league in attendance. Mike revisits an old topic discussed on the show before but sees reason for hope, unlike prior seasons when the team struggled at the gate.

Mike Silva starts the show tonight by discussing the Mets starting rotation. Down about the Frankie Montas injury? Clay Holmes not only dazzled in his Grapefruit League debut but gave you reason to believe he might be better than just a middle-of-the-rotation filler.

The boys are back in Port St. Lucie. Mike Silva kicks off spring training with the theme of the 2025 Mets. Hear why this season might be one of the most important in team history.

Positional battles, you say? There aren’t as many as you think. Options are a front office best friend but not a player. Hear who he thinks might make the club and why.

Mike rounds out the show with players to watch. Some of them may not be who you think.

Mike Silva reacts to the news that Pete Alonso is returning to the Mets on a two-year deal. He explains why this marriage always made sense, how the offense is better for the reunion, and where this group stands with other great offensive teams in Mets history.

With the offseason ending and the Super Bowl in our sights, is there anything left to the Mets hot stove?

Mike Silva talks about how impactful Pete Alonso’s potential return will be to the Mets offense using Talkin’ Mets “fun with numbers” and various projection systems. Despite popular opinion, Nick Madrigal didn’t end Jose Iglesias' tenure in New York, but rather a popular prospect might have. Finally, should the Mets do what it takes to bring Dylan Cease to New York? The answer is not as easy as it appears on the surface.

In the second half, Mike discusses a recent piece by contributor David Mills on “Beyond the Mic.” Are the Dodgers good for the game? Are we headed for baseball armageddon in 2026? Should Rob Manfred step in and stop the stacked deck in Los Angeles? Hear this and more!

Mike Silva discusses what we learned from Steve Cohen’s comments during Amazin’ Day. Are Pete Alonso and Scott Boras being reasonable? Are we getting good information from the rumor mill? Are the fans listening to what type of process David Stearns will employ with roster-building?

Listen to the annual Talkin' Mets Hall-of-Fame show and the special connection this year has to the 2006-2008 Mets.

Now that it appears that Pete Alonso and the Mets are headed for a divorce, is there any doubt that David Stearns is in charge? Listen to Mike Silva talk about how Stearns runs the team Mets fans now get what they clamored for while the Wilpons own the team. Why are they not happy? Is there still hope for a Mets and Alonso reunion? Why does this divorce seem to hit the fans harder than other recent fan favorites?