Morning Briefing: Taking A Break For The Holidays

Merry Christmas Eve Mets fans! The hot stove has started to cool for the holiday season, but it should pick up after the New Year!

Mike Puma of the New York Post reports that Bartolo Colon would consider a minor-league deal, but only if it means a return to the Mets.

Kyle Downing of MLB Trade Rumors has the latest on the New York Yankees’ pursuit of Gerrit Cole.

Cleveland Indians GM, Chris Antonetti, made it sound likely that Jason Kipnis will open the 2018 season with the Indians.

Bill Ladson of MLB.com interviewed the Washington Nationals new manager, Dave Martinez.

Michelle Kaufman of the Miami Herald highlights 25 facts that Marlins fans might not know about Derek Jeter.

David O’Brien of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution writes about Danny Santana, who the Atlanta Braves officially re-signed to a minor-league contract yesterday morning.

Mike Sielski of Philly.com talks about the unorthodox ideas Gabe Kapler has for his lineup next season.

Matt Balasis gives the thought process of a Mets fan from 2008 to the present.

Rob Piersall argues that the Mets should consider signing Carlos Gonzalez to a one-year deal.

John Sheridan makes an MMO Roundtable asking the writers what they would like for Christmas.

Birthdays: Frank Tavares turns 68.