Talkin' Mets

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.

Part Two features a roundtable discussion between Mike Silva and Talkin’ Mets contributor David Mills, who was on the ground in Orlando for the Winter Meetings. David recaps his firsthand experience covering the meetings, shares insight gained from conversations with industry insiders, and outlines what he believes the Mets’ next moves could be as the offseason unfolds. The discussion also highlights several under-the-radar names Mets fans may not be considering — players who could realistically help offset the potential losses of Brandon Nimmo, Pete Alonso, and Edwin Díaz. Together, Mike and David connect the dots between front-office intent and market realities in Part Two of this week’s Talkin’ Mets. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A turbulent week filled with drama, emotion, and frustration is finally in the rearview mirror, and Mike Silva is here on the Talkin’ Mets Podcast to break it all down — and help Mets fans refocus on what comes next. Should anyone really be surprised that David Stearns is running the organization with a cold-blooded, calculated approach? The answer is no. The warning signs were there long before this week, including how Stearns handled a familiar face from the unforgettable “OMG” season — and no, it wasn’t Pete Alonso. So where do the Mets go from here? Mike examines the next phase of the Hot Stove, highlighting Cody Bellinger and Alex Bregman as key names to monitor on the free-agent market. He also discusses the possibility of reinforcements arriving from the Far East, as the front office continues to explore all avenues for roster upgrades. On the pitching side, Nick Pivetta fits Stearns’ apparent preference for acquiring arms “on the way up,” a strategy that could extend to bullpen construction as well. Mike sets the foundation for the rest of the offseason in Part One of this week’s edition 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.

First, it was Edwin Díaz. Now it’s Pete Alonso. Has David Stearns completely changed the playbook in Queens? Mike Silva breaks down Alonso’s stunning decision to sign with the Baltimore Orioles and what it signals about Stearns’ bold new direction for the Mets. Is this the major reboot the franchise has avoided for nearly twenty years—and could it ultimately position the team for long-term success? Mike delivers his immediate reaction and a deeper look at what this shift means for the organization moving forward. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.