Morning Briefing: Happy Birthday Nolan Ryan!

Good morning, Mets fans!

After being traded to the Blue Jays, ex-Mets pitcher Steven Matz is looking to continue improving his sinker.

Jacob Resnick shares the details of the newest Mets bullpen pitcher Aaron Loup‘s $3M contract.

The Twins have reengaged with slugger Nelson Cruz regarding a potential contract extension.

Dodger’s Stadium has shut down their COVID-19 vaccination site due to protests.

Pitcher Trevor Williams has signed a contract with the Cubs.

The Reds are interested in trading for former Met and current Indians shortstop Amed Rosario.

The White Sox have signed pitcher Carlos Rodon.

Fenway Park is set to become the second mass COVID-19 vaccination site in Massachusetts.

Outfielder Steven Souza Jr. has signed with the Astros.

The Phillies have traded shortstop Kyle Holder to the Reds.

Ryan Finkelstein believes that the Wilpons robbed newly retired Daniel Murphy of an iconic Mets career.

James Schapiro writes about the value of pitcher Trevor Bauer.

Mojo Hill assesses the current Mets pitching rotation after trading Steven Matz to the Blue Jays.

Guillermo Heredia (30), Rafael Santana (63), Bob Apodaca (71), Nolan Ryan (74)

Let’s go Mets!