Rays acquire Freddy Peralta from Mets before trade deadline
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 2, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Aug 2, 2026
Freddy Peralta is set to join the Tampa Bay Rays after being traded by the New York Mets just before the Aug. 3 MLB trade deadline. Peralta, a two-time All-Star, struggled during his time with the Mets, posting a 5-9 record and a 4.99 ERA this season. The Mets are currently last in the National League East amid injuries to key players. The Rays aim to revitalize Peralta's performance as they target postseason success, with an updated rotation likely featuring him alongside Drew Rasmussen and Shane McClanahan, who is on the injured list.
- •Freddy Peralta traded from Mets to Rays before Aug. 3 deadline.
- •Peralta had a 5-9 record and 4.99 ERA this season.
- •Mets sit last in the National League East.
- •Rays looking to boost their rotation ahead of postseason.
- •Rotation may include Rasmussen, McClanahan, and Peralta.
- 8:59 PMYahoo Sports — Rays acquire Freddy Peralta
- 7:18 PMYahoo Sports — Rays starting rotation after Freddy Peralta trade
"The two-time All-Star is on the move after a rocky stint with the New York Mets
"The Rays have made a major addition to their starting rotation
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 8:59 PMRays acquire Freddy Peralta
The Rays have made a major addition to their starting rotation
- Yahoo SportsAug 2, 2026, 7:18 PMRays starting rotation after Freddy Peralta trade
The two-time All-Star is on the move after a rocky stint with the New York Mets
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