Summary
The New York Mets traded prospect Jett Williams to acquire pitcher Freddy Peralta. Williams was the Mets' No. 3 prospect and will now be with the Milwaukee Brewers as their No. 3 prospect. Williams expressed gratitude to the Mets and excitement about joining the Brewers.
Key Facts
- The Mets traded Jett Williams and others to get pitcher Freddy Peralta.
- Williams played mostly as a shortstop last season and can play other positions.
- He was the Mets' No. 3 prospect and is now the Brewers' No. 3 prospect.
- Williams was picked in the first round of the 2022 MLB Draft.
- He thanked the Mets and fans in a public statement after the trade.
- Williams is 5-foot-7, similar to other shorter players on the Brewers.
- Last season, Williams hit 17 home runs and stole 34 bases.
- Williams is expected to start the new season at Triple-A for the Brewers.
