Summary
A recent trade involving pitcher Shane Baz has set a high bar for acquiring top pitchers in Major League Baseball. Yankees expert Adam Weinrib suggests the New York Yankees consider trading for Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta to boost their pitching lineup. Peralta, a strong performer, might be available due to his contract situation.
Key Facts
- Shane Baz was traded from the Tampa Bay Rays to the Baltimore Orioles.
- The trade set a high market price for starting pitchers.
- The Yankees are considering acquiring pitcher Freddy Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers.
- Peralta had a strong record in 2025, becoming a significant player for the Brewers.
- Weinrib suggests the Yankees offer Luis Gil and a prospect, Dillon Lewis, for Peralta.
- Peralta is entering the last season of his contract, which makes him a potential "rental" player.
- The suggested trade aims to strengthen the Yankees' injury-hit pitching rotation.
