Freddy Peralta likely makes final start for Mets before trade deadline
Freddy Peralta said Sunday was probably his last appearance for the New York Mets as the club prepares to move the right‑hander before the Aug. 3 trade deadline. In the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers he allowed three runs (two earned) on six hits, two walks and recorded three strikeouts over four innings, throwing 93 pitches. Peralta added, “I know it probably is,” and acknowledged he “has let them down.”
The Mets, already out of playoff contention, have a 5‑9 record with Peralta and a 4.99 ERA over 22 starts. He has not logged a quality start since June 3 and his ERA since then has risen to 7.34. Acquired from the Milwaukee Brewers in the offseason, Peralta is approaching free agency after the season and is expected to be among the players the Mets consider trading before the deadline. The team secured an 8‑3 win with homers by Tyrone Taylor and Marcus Semien, but Peralta’s future with New York looks uncertain.
Entities: Freddy Peralta · Los Angeles Dodgers · Marcus Semien · Milwaukee Brewers · New York Mets · Tyrone Taylor
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What the coverage asserts, and how well corroborated each claim is across sources.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Peralta has not recorded a quality start since June 3 and has posted a 7.34 ERA since then. (He noted his recent struggles and lack of quality starts.)
- [● 3 SOURCES] The Mets are expected to consider trading Peralta before the August 3 trade deadline. (Team management is weighing options as the club is out of playoff contention.)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Peralta allowed three runs (two earned) on six hits and two walks over four innings against the Dodgers. (He recorded three strikeouts on 93 pitches in the 8‑3 victory.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Tyrone Taylor hit a go‑ahead three‑run homer in the sixth inning, helping the Mets win 8‑3 over the Dodgers. (The homer gave New York the lead in the game.)
- [● 3 SOURCES] Freddy Peralta said his Sunday start could be his final start for the New York Mets. (He told reporters, “I know it probably is,” when asked if this was his last time pitching for the Mets.)
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Marcus Semien added a three‑run homer in the seventh inning of the Mets’ victory over the Dodgers. (Semien’s blast provided insurance for the lead.)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Peralta is 5‑9 with a 4.99 ERA in 22 starts this season. (Season stats reported by the Mets organization.)
- [● 2 SOURCES] Peralta is scheduled to start the upcoming series against the Miami Marlins. (The Mets have him listed for the next start despite trade speculation.)