Summary
The New York Mets are expected to try to acquire pitcher Freddy Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers. The trade could help the Mets improve their pitching and compete for championships next season.
Key Facts
- The Mets need a strong pitcher due to injuries and performance issues last season.
- Freddy Peralta is a starting pitcher for the Milwaukee Brewers.
- Peralta has one year left on his current contract with the Brewers.
- He struck out 200 batters this past season.
- The Mets have top prospects Jonah Tong or Brandon Sproat who could be part of a trade deal.
- The Mets have financial flexibility to sign Peralta for a longer time.
- David Stearns, now with the Mets, used to work with the Brewers and knows Peralta well.
