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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Freddy Peralta is a starting pitcher for the New York Mets who was acquired in January 2026. Currently posting a 3.12 ERA with 43 strikeouts in 2026, down from a breakout 2025 season with the Brewers (2.70 ERA, 204 strikeouts). The Mets are struggling with a 14-23 record and worst record in MLB. Trade rumors are active with the Cubs and other teams expressing interest. Peralta is set to become a free agent after the 2026 season. The Mets have set June 1st as a target date to either turn around their season or begin offloading players. Peralta is historically durable and was a top-five finisher in NL Cy Young voting last year.
Strengths
- + Historically durable pitcher with proven track record
- + Top-5 NL Cy Young finisher in 2025
- + Breakout 2025 season with 2.70 ERA and 204 strikeouts
- + Currently maintaining respectable 3.12 ERA in 2026
- + Multiple teams expressing trade interest (Cubs, Blue Jays, others)
- + Mutual bond with Cubs manager Craig Counsell from previous tenure
Weaknesses
- - Strikeout rate significantly down from 2025 (43 SO vs 204 last year)
- - Mets struggling with worst record in MLB (14-23)
- - Uncertainty surrounding contract extension and free agency
- - Trade rumors creating potential distraction
- - Performance decline compared to previous season
- - Team context unfavorable for pitcher development
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