Steven Matz says goodbye following trade: 'I’ll always be grateful to the Mets for the opportunity to play for my hometown team'The 29-year-old was traded to the Blue Jays on Wednesday1/29/2021, 12:00 AMAlex SmithEditorial ProducerAug 7, 2019; New York City, NY, USA; New York Mets starting pitcher Steven Matz (32) tips his cap to the fans after being taken out of the game against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning at Citi Field. / Andy Marlin-USA TODAY Sports