Mets Executive Speaks on Freddy Peralta Extension Amid Uncertainty
Summary
The New York Mets traded two prospects, Brandon Sproat and Jett Williams, to acquire pitcher Freddy Peralta. The Mets can choose to extend his contract before he becomes a free agent. Mets executive David Stearns is keeping any extension talks private for now.Key Facts
- The Mets traded prospects Brandon Sproat and Jett Williams for Freddy Peralta and Tobias Myers.
- Freddy Peralta has one year remaining on his current contract.
- Peralta is set to earn $8 million for the upcoming season.
- David Stearns, a Mets executive, previously traded for Peralta while with the Milwaukee Brewers.
- Stearns has a history of not giving large contracts to pitchers aged 30 or older.
- Peralta will turn 30 in June.
- The Mets have the option to extend Peralta's contract before he becomes a free agent.
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