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Ex-Mets see mixed results after trades ahead of deadline

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 9:38 PM

Last updated Aug 5, 2026

Ex-Mets see mixed results after trades ahead of deadline

Summary

After trading eight players before the Aug. 3 deadline, the New York Mets' former players are having varied performances with their new teams. Lefty reliever A.J. Minter joined the Minnesota Twins, appearing in two games. Freddy Peralta struggled in his first start for the Tampa Bay Rays, giving up seven runs. Other traded players like Huascar Brazobán and Brooks Raley have yet to appear for their new teams. Clay Holmes is set to debut for the Chicago Cubs against the Kansas City Royals this weekend. The Mets also dealt David Peterson to the Cubs, where he has posted a 1.84 ERA in six starts, excluding a poor outing earlier in the season.

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By the Numbers

•Mets traded eight players, focusing on rebuilding post-2025 struggles.
•A.J. Minter had two appearances for the Twins, with one scoreless inning.
•Freddy Peralta allowed seven runs in first start for the Rays.
•Clay Holmes to debut for Cubs this Saturday against the Royals.
•David Peterson holds a 1.84 ERA in six starts for the Cubs.

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The New York Mets traded away eight players before the Aug. 3 trade deadline, embracing their seller identity and bringing in 13 prospects.
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