Cubs acquire David Peterson from Mets to bolster starting rotation
ESPN MLB • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 12:13 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
The Chicago Cubs have acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the New York Mets. This move comes as the Cubs face a pressing need for healthy starting pitchers amid injuries to their current rotation. Peterson's addition is aimed at stabilizing the pitching staff, which has been challenged this season. The Cubs' decision underscores their commitment to maintaining competitiveness in the league despite setbacks.
- •Cubs trade for David Peterson to address starting pitcher injuries
- •Peterson joins from the Mets amid Cubs' mounting injury list
- •Cubs seek to stabilize rotation with veteran presence
- •Transaction reflects teams' urgency during injury struggles
- 12:41 AMESPN MLB — Hoyer: Urgency for Peterson trade amid injuries
"The Cubs acquired veteran left-hander David Peterson from the Mets for a simple reason: They need healthy starting pitchers.
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