Cubs acquire pitcher David Peterson from Mets ahead of trade deadline
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 3:58 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
On June 24, the Chicago Cubs acquired left-handed starter David Peterson from the New York Mets. The trade addresses the Cubs’ immediate need for pitching depth following injuries to Edward Cabrera and Ben Brown. Peterson had been struggling with a 6.09 ERA this season and lost his spot in the Mets’ rotation after a rough start. As part of the deal, minor league player Cole Mathis is headed to the Mets. The Cubs' urgency reflects their efforts to navigate a challenging season.
- •Cubs acquire David Peterson from Mets on June 24.
- •Peterson has a 6.09 ERA this season.
- •Cubs placed pitchers Cabrera and Brown on the injured list.
- •Minor leaguer Cole Mathis is included in the trade.
- •Peterson's role diminished after a poor start with the Mets.
- 2:04 AMYahoo Sports — David Peterson Trade From Mets To Cubs Could Kickstart Fantasy Baseball Turnaround
- 6:14 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs to acquire pitcher David Peterson from Mets for prospect
- 6:04 AMESPN — Sources: Cubs acquiring LHP Peterson from Mets
- 3:58 AMYahoo Sports — Cubs make trade with Mets for much needed 30-year-old pitcher
"The Chicago Cubs jumped the trade deadline by more than a month on June 24, acquiring left-handed starter David Peterson from the New York Mets. MORE: Former Mets prospect, 30, retires: ‘Thank you for the best and worst moments of…
"The Chicago Cubs struck an aggressive deal with the New York Mets, bringing in pitcher David Peterson to bolster the bullpen.
"The Chicago Cubs are acquiring left-hander David Peterson from the New York Mets, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
Sources
External links- Yahoo SportsJun 26, 2026, 2:04 AMDavid Peterson Trade From Mets To Cubs Could Kickstart Fantasy Baseball Turnaround
The Chicago Cubs struck an aggressive deal with the New York Mets, bringing in pitcher David Peterson to bolster the bullpen.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 6:14 AMCubs to acquire pitcher David Peterson from Mets for prospect
The Chicago Cubs and New York Mets have made a trade. Here are the details.
- ESPNJun 25, 2026, 6:04 AMSources: Cubs acquiring LHP Peterson from Mets
The Chicago Cubs are acquiring left-hander David Peterson from the New York Mets, sources told ESPN's Jeff Passan.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 3:58 AMCubs make trade with Mets for much needed 30-year-old pitcher
The Chicago Cubs jumped the trade deadline by more than a month on June 24, acquiring left-handed starter David Peterson from the New York Mets. MORE: Former Mets prospect, 30, retires: ‘Thank you for the best and worst moments of…
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