Talkin' Mets

A New Era for the Mets?

05 Dec 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Howard Megdal, author of the book Wilpon's Folly, to discuss Steve Cohen as the new principle owner of the Mets. Hear Mike's t...

Can the Mets Heat up the Hot Stove?

24 Nov 2019

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Show Notes The Mets approach to Zack Wheeler. Trading for Starling Marte and the impact it has on Jeff McNeil and JD Davis. Which Jeff McNeil will ...

Pete & Jake Bring Home Hardware

17 Nov 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Greg Prince of Faith & Fear in Flushing as they discuss the seasons Pete Alonso and Jacob deGrom had after winning the Ro...

Mike Silva Talks Beltran & Astros Sign Stealing 77 WABC

17 Nov 2019

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Mike Silva speaks with Jonathan Friedman and Jeff Lax of Talking Sports on 77 WABC. Mike gives his take on Carlos Beltran's culpability in the Astros ...

The Zack Wheeler Debate Kicks off the Hot Stove

10 Nov 2019

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Show Notes Why the starting pitching impacts improving other areas. The pros and cons of Zack Wheeler. Who is available? Who is the best option? S...

Introducing Carlos Beltran

05 Nov 2019

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Mike Silva discusses the pros and cons of Carlos Beltran as the new Mets manager. Bob Klapisch, author of the book "Inside the Empire" tells...

Mike Silva Talking Carlos Beltran on 77 WABC

03 Nov 2019

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Hear Mike Silva discuss the Mets hiring of Carlos Beltran as their manager with Jonathan Friedman and Jeff Lax of "Talking Sports" on 77 WA...

Who Will Be the Mets Manager?

28 Oct 2019

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Mike Silva talks about the Mets managerial candidates after Joe Girardi was hired by the Philadelphia Phillies. Is Tim Bogar the favorite? Can the Met...

The Case for Joe Girardi

13 Oct 2019

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Show Notes The postseason is another example of why tanking is bad. Beware of lazy reporting on the Mets managerial search. Historically the Mets h...

Mickey's Gone, Now What?

04 Oct 2019

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Mike Silva reacts to the Mets decision to fire Mickey Callaway, the consequences of the move, and what should happen next. Rich Mancuso of NY Sports D...

The Polar Bear is King

30 Sep 2019

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Show Notes Pete Alonso's historic season and the challenges ahead.  Update on Mickey Callaway's job status.  Are the Mets ready to commit to Noah...

Reflection on 2019 and Beyond

26 Sep 2019

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Show Notes  - Mets Math was correct. 31 wins for 90 was the magic number. The Mets fell short.   - The Mets got beat and played tight at home. -...

Brooklyn You Have Your Title

15 Sep 2019

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Show Notes - Saturday night's game is another example of why we talk about the game. You never know what can happen - Keith Raad, Brooklyn Cyclones ...

The Personal Catcher

11 Sep 2019

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Mike Silva discusses the personal catcher controversy surrounding Noah Syndergaard and Wilson Ramos.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/bran...

The Seth Lugo Conundrum

09 Sep 2019

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Show Notes September Baseball isn’t the problem, bullpens are the problem. Mickey Callaway was right for putting Edwin Diaz back in a big spot. Y...

The Ultimate Gut Punch

05 Sep 2019

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Mike Silva discusses the Mets blown 6-run ninth inning lead against the Nationals, the team's response the day after, and how Edwin Diaz plays into th...

Will September Be Worth It?

03 Sep 2019

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Show Notes Don't let Fangraphs or Baseball-Reference Playoff Percentages fool you. The Mets are in it!  There should be no regrets about going for ...

Mike Silva Talkin' Mets on Sports Talk 77 WABC

01 Sep 2019

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Hear Mike Silva's appearance on Talking Sports with Jonathan Friedman on 77 WABC.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplec...

Mets Take A Step Back on Players Weekend

26 Aug 2019

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Show Notes Too much anger over the Mets waiving Adeiny Hechavarria and not signing Billy Hamilton.  Two key players in Brandon Nimmo and Jed Lowrie...

Amed Rosario Leads the Way

19 Aug 2019

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Show Notes The 3-3 road trip was acceptable, but there is a lot to clean up. Update on Mets Math with 19 of 25 at home. The big story isn't Alonso ...

Mets Fans Win the Weekend

12 Aug 2019

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Show Notes The Mets fans were the 10th man this weekend and did an outstanding job. The doubleheader sweep invigorated the fans and brought them to ...

Mets Math Equals 31 Wins

08 Aug 2019

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Show Notes The last 4 games has been the blueprint on how to make the playoffs. Can the Mets upgrade Post Cano? Is Joe Panik a better option than D...

Can the Mets Beat the Dog Days?

05 Aug 2019

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Show Notes Mets have a chance to wash away the drama of the first four months. This road trip would never have happened earlier this year. McNeil a...

Trade Deadline Reaction

02 Aug 2019

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Show Notes What does it say about an industry where teams are focused on assets versus winning? Wasn't the Wild Card created so there is more compet...

Instant Reaction to Marcus Stroman Trade

29 Jul 2019

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Hear Mike Silva joined by Rich Mancuso of NY Sports Day give instant reaction to the Marcus Stroman deal that sent Anthony Kay and Simeon Woods Richar...

Can the Mets and Yanks Make a Deal?

23 Jul 2019

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Mike Silva discusses why the Mets aren’t really in the Wild Card despite a 5-4 road trip The Mets are in the drivers seat with Zack Wheeler. Don’...

Brodie's Mea Culpa and Cano's Big Weekend

15 Jul 2019

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Mike Silva discusses the unnecessary criticism of Brodie Van Wagenen’s Press ConferenceWhy you should bet on Robinson Cano returning to form. Want...

Can Pete Alonso Bring the Mets Out of the Abyss?

11 Jul 2019

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Show Notes State of the union addresses the breakup from Metsmerized Online and the future of the show.Mike discusses Pete Alonso’s last 12 months a...

Grading Brodie Van Wagenen

02 Jul 2019

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Mike Silva grades Brodie Van Wagenen at the midway point of the season. Michael Mayer of Metsmerized Online and Mets Minors joins the show to assess t...

The Mets vs. The Media

24 Jun 2019

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Mike Silva hosts an extended podcast as he dives into the controversy in the Mets locker room. First, hear Jim “Mojo” Morrison discuss the Syracus...

Catching Up With Mike Piazza

16 Jun 2019

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Mets Hall-of-Fame catcher Mike Piazza joins the show. Mike’s career is so much more than just the Roger Clemens beaning and the 9-11 home run. He ta...

Did the Mets Ace the Draft?

12 Jun 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Joe Demayo of SNY to recap the Mets exciting draft haul. The guys discuss potential draft sleepers, the development of top pr...

More Questions Than Answers

04 Jun 2019

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Mike Silva recaps the road trip and looks ahead to a critical 12-game stretch where the Mets spend their time in New York. Matt Sliverman, author of t...

Can the Replace-Mets Survive The West Coast?

27 May 2019

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A week after it appeared the Mets and Mickey Callaway were about to spiral out of control, they are now back to .500.With the help of Carlos Gomez, Ra...

Instant Reaction to Brodie Van Wagenen Press Conference

21 May 2019

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Mike Silva reacts to Brodie Van Wagenen's press conference on Mickey Callaway's job security. Mike addresses the reaction from Marc Carig and Ken Rose...

The Pitching is the Culprit

19 May 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Dan Graca of SNY. They talk about Robinson Cano’s lack of hustle, the value of firing a manager in-season, and the real culp...

The Final Countdown for Callaway and the Mets?

10 May 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Matt Cerrone of SNY’s Metsblog. The guys talk about Mickey Callaway’s job status, how the New York media treats the Mets v...

Is Mickey Callaway's Seat Getting Hot?

06 May 2019

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Is the seat getting hot for Mickey Callaway? Mike Silva discusses how the upcoming week can determine if we are in the final days of the Mets manager’...

Is Travis d'Arnaud a Scapegoat?

29 Apr 2019

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Mike Silva talks about the Mets decision to designate Travis d’Arnaud for assignment. Is d’Arnaud a scapegoat for a the pitching staff’s poor st...

Beanballs, Suspensions and Gio Gonzalez

26 Apr 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Rich Mancuso of NY Sports Day. The guys discuss the ridiculous suspension of Jacob Rhame, why the Mets didn't sign Gio Gonzale...

Mets Pitching Woes

22 Apr 2019

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Mike Silva discusses the Mets pitching woes and why he’s more worried about the bullpen over the starting rotation. Hear his criticism of Mickey Cal...

Early Season Decisions

14 Apr 2019

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The Mets are in first place, but that doesn't stop panic from creeping in. The bullpen is spotty and Jason Vargas is a mess. Should the Mets sign Dall...

They Said it Couldn't be Done

08 Apr 2019

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They said it couldn’t be done. No, not Pete Alonso’s hot start, but the 1969 Mets championship. New York Times bestselling author Wayne Coffey joi...

D.C. Reaction and Art Shamsky

01 Apr 2019

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Mike Silva kicks off the opening weekend podcast by getting live reaction by Rich Coutinho of 98.7 ESPN from Washington D.C. The guys discuss the de...

deGrom Extension Drama

26 Mar 2019

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Mike Silva gives his thoughts on the Jacob deGrom contract negotiations and Noah Syndergaard’s dislike for Syracuse. Mike Mayer of Metsmerized onlin...

Scouting the Backfields

18 Mar 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Jacob Zweiback – a contributor to Metsmerized Online. Jacob had the opportunity to shadow a pro scout during his recent trip...

Vac's Whacks on Alonso, Front Office and Seaver

10 Mar 2019

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Mike Vaccaro of the NY Post joins the program to talk about the spring of Pete Alonso, the Mets new front office hires and the conflicts it brings, a...

Is Bryce Harper the Difference Maker?

05 Mar 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Scott Lauber of Philly.com and discusses the impact of Bryce Harper signing with the Phillies and what it means for the rest o...

Pete Alonso and the Mets Culture Change

25 Feb 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Rich Coutinho of 98.7 ESPN to discuss the early returns of Brodie Van Wagenen’s “culture change” around the team. Hear t...

The Jacob deGrom Extension Episode

19 Feb 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by Newsday Mets beat reporter Tim Healey. The guys discuss the Jacob deGrom extension and the comments made by both sides. Hear w...

MLB Economics: Fair or Foul?

11 Feb 2019

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Former agent and media consultant Joe Casale joins Mike Silva to discuss the slow-moving MLB offseason. The guys discuss the recent proposed rule chan...

The Piazza Family and A.C. Reggiana

06 Feb 2019

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In December Mike Silva discussed the article in The Athletic called “The Passion of Mike Piazza” which chronicled Robert Andrew Powell’s story a...

Harper, Machado and the Mets

26 Jan 2019

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Mike Silva discusses the recent criticism by the media with regards to why the Mets aren't participating in the Bryce Harper and Manny Machado sweepst...

Assessing the Mets Offseason Moves

15 Jan 2019

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Mike Silva is joined by John Edwards of Metsmerized Online to discuss the Mets offseason to date, their behind the times analytics department and othe...

Trader Brodie

08 Jan 2019

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Mike Silva discusses the flurry of trades over the weekend that landed Keon Broxton, J.D. Davis, and Walker Lockett in Mets uniforms. Hear his thought...

The Passion of Mike Piazza

31 Dec 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by journalist Robert Andrew Powell who discusses his article in The Athletic about Mike Piazza's failed venture owning the AC Reg...

Reaction to Wilson Ramos Signing With the Mets

17 Dec 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the Mets signing of Wilson Ramos to a multi-year deal.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simplecast, a...

Should MLB Spice Up the Offseason?

16 Dec 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the slow Winter Meetings and whether MLB should impose deadlines to create more movement like the NBA and NFL. Mike Mayer of Mets...

2018 Winter Meetings Recap

14 Dec 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the Mets signing of Jeurys Familia, the J.T. Realmuto rumors and the new climate at the MLB Winter Meetings with Rich Mancuso of ...

Winter Meetings Call-In Show

10 Dec 2018

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Mike Silva takes calls and discusses what he expects the Mets and Brodie Van Wagenen to accomplish at the 2018 MLB Winter Meetings in Las VegasAdverti...

Van Wagenen's Bold Move

03 Dec 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the Robinson Cano/Edwin Diaz trade between the Mets and the Seattle Mariners.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands ...

Should the Mets Acquire Robinson Cano?

28 Nov 2018

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Hear Mike Silva talk about the latest rumors surrounding the Mets and Robinson Cano.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Hosted by Simp...

Trading Noah Syndergaard

23 Nov 2018

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Join Mike Silva in a post-Thanksgiving Talkin Mets "short" as he gives his take on the Noah Syndergaard rumors and why the Mets should not t...

Powerball

19 Nov 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Rob Neyer, author of the book "Powerball: Anatomy of the Modern Baseball Game." They discuss the value of pitcher wi...

How Will the Mets Win the Offseason?

04 Nov 2018

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Mike Silva discusses what he would like to see from new General Manager Brodie Van Wagenen this offseason. Hear Mike talk about the difference between...

Introducing Brodie Van Wagenen

31 Oct 2018

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Mike Silva discusses his thoughts on the new Mets General Manager, Brodie Van Wagenen. Rich Mancuso of NY Sports Day reports about his day at Citi Fie...

Who Will Be the Next Mets General Manager?

21 Oct 2018

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The upcoming week is a huge one for the Mets as they decide who will be their next General Manager. Hear Mike Silva's thoughts on why the media is of...

Recapping the 2018 Mets Call-In Show

30 Sep 2018

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Mike Silva reacts to David Wright's final game, the 2018 Mets season and the offseason tasks ahead. Hear callers give their take on these and other Me...

Cy-deGrom?

28 Sep 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Mark Simon of Sports Information Solutions to dicuss Jacob deGrom's historic season from a statistical context. They also chat...

Getting to Know Mickey Callaway

24 Sep 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by David Laurila of Fangraphs as they discuss his recent interview with Mets manager Mickey Callaway.Advertising Inquiries: https...

Remembering David Wright

16 Sep 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Greg Prince of Faith & Fear in Flushing to remember the career of David Wright.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.co...

Hope in Gotham?

07 Sep 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Mark Healey of Gotham Baseball. Mark and Mike talk about the positive signs with the team in the second half, bullpenning, the...

The David Wright Dilemma

01 Sep 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the looming decision facing the Mets with the activation of David Wright. Hear his thoughts on how this isn't simply about nosta...

Gary LaRocque and the Mets

27 Aug 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Rich Mancuso of NY Sports Day. Rich discusses why he believes Gary LaRocque will be the next Mets General Manager. Hear the gu...

What to Look For in Garbage Time

22 Aug 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the positives that came from the recent outings of Noah Syndergaard, Jacob deGrom and Zack Wheeler. Hear his thoughts on young p...

Is the Mets Farm System Improving?

10 Aug 2018

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Today Michael Mayer of MMO and Mets Minors talks with Mike Silva about the Mets improving farm system. Can this team use its current young assets to c...

Trade Deadline Call-In Show

02 Aug 2018

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Mike Silva recaps the Mets trade deadline. Hear his thoughts on why he's tired of the foolish "winners" and "losers" narratives, h...

WLIE on 7/29/18

30 Jul 2018

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Mike Silva and Rich Coutinho talk about the injury to Aaron Judge, the upcoming trade deadline, the layoffs at the Daily News, and the Jets & Gian...

Familia, Cespedes and Media Outrage

26 Jul 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the Mets return on the Jeurys Familia trade and why it’s not as bad as everyone is making it out to be in light of what the Ori...

Mike Silva on the Mets 360 Podcast

20 Jul 2018

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Hear Brian Joura of Mets 360 interview Mike Silva. Topics range from Jacob deGrom's demand for an extension, the trading deadline and the moves the te...

WLIE on 7/15/18

17 Jul 2018

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Mike Silva and Rich Coutinho talk about the struggling Dominic Smith, the Yankees search for a starting pitcher and why the Mets should hold on to the...

Russ Langer Las Vegas 51s PBP Voice

09 Jul 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Las Vegas 51s play-by-play voice Russ Langer. Hear Russ give a scouting report on Mets prospects Jeff McNeil and Peter Alonso....

Call-In Show: What to do with the Mets?

02 Jul 2018

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WLIE 540 AM on 6-24-18

25 Jun 2018

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Rich Coutinho and Mike Silva talk about the Mets struggles with Matt Ehalt of The Record. Mike Mancuso of WFAN weighs in on the Knicks draft. Ryan Cro...

Rebuild or Retool?

24 Jun 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Rich Mancuso of NY Sports Day. Rich talks about why the Mets need to remove Sandy Alderson immediately, how Omar Minaya can he...

A Glimmer of Hope?

18 Jun 2018

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Mike Silva discusses how Brandon Nimmo could be the heart and soul of this Mets team. He talks about why he would still “stay the course” with the...

WLIE on 6/17/18

18 Jun 2018

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Mike Silva joins Rich Coutinho to discuss the Mets dramatic win over the D-Backs and whether it can propel them to turn the season around. Brian Heyma...

Recap of the Mets Draft

12 Jun 2018

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Mike Silva gives a state of the Mets after the 1-8 homestand and Subway Series. Joe Demayo of Amazin Avenue and The 7 Line talks about the Mets first-...

Subway Series on WLIE 540 AM

11 Jun 2018

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Mike Silva is live from the studios of WLIE during the final game of the Subway Series at Citi Field. Hear him talk about scenarios on how the Mets ca...

Mets on the Brink?

04 Jun 2018

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Mike Silva talks about the Cubs sweep of the Mets and Sandy Alderson's comments about the team's handling of injuries. David Jordan, co-author of Fast...

The Mets Long Memorial Day Marathon

29 May 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the Mets doubleheader split with the Braves. Hear his discussion with Michael Mayer of Mets Minors and Prospects 1500 as they tal...

May 27th WLIE NY Sports Wrap

28 May 2018

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Mike Silva talks with Rich Coutinho about the Mets lost weekend in Milwaukee. Mike Vaccaro of the NY Post goes down memory lane looking back at the 25...

May 20th WLIE

21 May 2018

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Tonight Rich Coutinho is joined by guest co-host Mike Silva. They discuss the controversial NY Daily News back page that depicts Jacob deGrom and Noah...

To Tank or Not To Tank?

21 May 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the controversial NY Daily News Front Page and article by John Harper that suggests the Mets should rebuild and trade Noah Synder...

Callaway's Rough Week

15 May 2018

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With the season almost a quarter old, Mike Silva looks at the performance of Mickey Callaway after a tough week that included questionable moves and t...

May 13th WLIE NY Sports Wrap

14 May 2018

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Mike Silva is guest co-hosting with Justin Walters as they talk about the red-hot New York Yankees and if their series with the Boston Red Sox is a re...

WLIE NY Sports Wrap

07 May 2018

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Mike Silva discusses the Mets recent slide and whether it's a harbinger of things to come with Rich Coutinho. Brendan Kuty of NJ.com recaps the surgin...

Talkin' Mets With Tim Britton of The Athletic

06 May 2018

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Mike Silva discusses why Mickey Callaway's "no panic" mantra is right for the Mets during their early season skid. Hear his thoughts on addi...

WLIE NY Sports Wrap

30 Apr 2018

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Rich Coutinho and Mike Silva discuss the Mets just completed 9-game road trip. Dennis Waszak Jr. of the AP recaps the Jets and Giants draft days. Hear...

Davey Johnson's Wild Ride In Baseball

29 Apr 2018

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Mike Silva is joined by Erik Sherman author of the book "Davey Johnson: My Wild Ride in Baseball and Beyond" as he shares stories from the ...