Mets consider trading Freddy Peralta amid struggles in NL East
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 4, 2026, 3:02 PM
Last updated Jun 4, 2026
The New York Mets are exploring trade options for pitcher Freddy Peralta as June begins. With the team at the bottom of the NL East and Peralta set to become a free agent after this season, ESPN's Jeff Passan suggests trading him before the August 3 deadline could be beneficial. The Mets may focus on offloading players nearing free agency, especially if their performance does not improve. Teams are likely to pursue Peralta, viewed as a valuable asset on the trade market. Fans may not favor this decision, but it is seen as a strategic move for the franchise's future.
- •Mets are at the bottom of the NL East in early June.
- •Freddy Peralta is set to be a free agent after the season.
- •ESPN's Jeff Passan indicates a trade makes sense for the Mets.
- •Peralta is an attractive option for teams in trade discussions.
- •Mets may focus on trading players who are free agents after this season.
- 3:02 PMYahoo Sports — Mets get Freddy Peralta trade update that 'makes the most sense'
"Freddy Peralta's trade update is not one Mets fans will like.
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