Mets trade David Peterson to Cubs for prospect Cole Mathis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 25, 2026, 4:05 AM
Last updated Jun 25, 2026
The New York Mets traded left-handed pitcher David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs on June 24. The transaction follows the Mets' sixth consecutive loss and third straight to the Cubs. Peterson has struggled this season with a 6.09 ERA and a 3-6 record, losing his spot in the rotation. The Mets aim to optimize their roster amidst a disappointing season, while acquiring prospect Cole Mathis, who is hitting.260/.371/.490 in High-A. This trade may signal the beginning of a broader sell-off by the Mets.
- •David Peterson posted a 6.09 ERA in 2026 before the trade.
- •Cole Mathis is a 22-year-old corner infielder with a strong offensive profile.
- •The trade occurs after the Mets were swept in a doubleheader against the Cubs.
- •Peterson was an All-Star last season but has struggled in 2026.
- 4:09 AMYahoo Sports — Mets' David Peterson traded to Cubs in exchange for prospect, reports say
- 4:05 AMYahoo Sports — Mets trade David Peterson to the Cubs
- 4:03 AMYahoo Sports — Mets trading left-hander David Peterson to the Cubs: report
- 3:51 AMYahoo Sports — Mets trading David Peterson to Cubs: reports
"The Mets are moving on from David Peterson. In a late-night trade Wednesday, the Mets agreed to send the veteran left-hander to the Chicago Cubs, according to ESPN. The return package was not immediately available. Peterson was an All-Star last season, but he is just 3-6 with a 6.09 ERA this year and had shuffled in and out of the Mets’ rotation. The 30-year-old had spent his entire seven-year ...
"The Mets have reportedly hatched their first deal to shake up their roster, dealing David Peterson to the Cubs late Wednesday.
"The Mets are trading LHP David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs.
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 4:09 AMMets' David Peterson traded to Cubs in exchange for prospect, reports say
The Mets have reportedly hatched their first deal to shake up their roster, dealing David Peterson to the Cubs late Wednesday.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 4:05 AMMets trade David Peterson to the Cubs
The longest tenured Met is now a Cub.
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 4:03 AMMets trading left-hander David Peterson to the Cubs: report
The Mets are moving on from David Peterson. In a late-night trade Wednesday, the Mets agreed to send the veteran left-hander to the Chicago Cubs, according to ESPN. The return package was not immediately available. Peterson was an All-Star last season, but he is just 3-6 with a 6.09 ERA this year and had shuffled in and out of the Mets’ rotation. The 30-year-old had spent his entire seven-year ...
- Yahoo SportsJun 25, 2026, 3:51 AMMets trading David Peterson to Cubs: reports
The Mets are trading LHP David Peterson to the Chicago Cubs.
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