# Freddy Peralta traded to Rays > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-mlb-teams-bullpen-overhaul > Updated: 2026-09-02T23:11:23.000Z. Sources: 84. Developments: 16. Leading up to the August 2026 trade deadline, speculation regarding Freddy Peralta's availability intensified after the New York Mets scratched the right-hander from a scheduled start on July 31. On August 2, the Mets completed a trade with the Tampa Bay Rays, sending the 30-year-old two-time All-Star to Tampa Bay in exchange for three prospects: outfielder Aidan Smith, right-hander Gary Gill Hill, and infielder Émilien Pitre. Peralta joined the Rays' rotation—which includes Drew Rasmussen, Nick Martinez, Shane McClanahan, and Griffin Jax—with a 5-9 record and a 4.99 ERA. As a rental, Peralta is set to become a free agent following the conclusion of the season. Following the Peralta trade, the Rays further bolstered their pitching depth by acquiring right-handed pitcher Tyler Wells from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for prospect Michael Forret. By early September, Peralta has shown signs of revitalization in Tampa Bay. After struggling with hits, walks, and a loss of fastball extension during his tenure in New York, he has recorded a 3.80 ERA over his last four appearances. Peralta attributed this resurgence to regaining extension in his pitching mechanics, which has revitalized his fastball. He dismissed suggestions that the pressure of the New York market impacted his previous performance, noting that he enjoyed his time there despite the challenges. On August 31, Peralta faced his former team at Tropicana Field, leading the Rays to a 6-2 victory over the Mets. He pitched six innings, allowing one earned run on three hits while striking out seven batters, notably retiring 17 of the last 18 batters he faced. While Francisco Lindor provided an early solo home run for New York, the Rays' offense was supported by Yandy Díaz, who hit a home run and a double, and Ryan Vilade, who contributed a triple and two RBIs. ## Claims - The Tampa Bay Rays acquired pitcher Freddy Peralta from the New York Mets on August 2, 2026. (corroborated by 19 sources) - Peralta posted a 5‑9 record with a 4.99 ERA in 22 starts for the Mets in 2026. (corroborated by 19 sources) - The Rays' rotation includes Drew Rasmussen, Nick Martinez, Shane McClanahan and Griffin Jax. (corroborated by 18 sources) - The Rays had the best record in the American League at the time of the trade. (corroborated by 18 sources) - Freddy Peralta will become a free agent after the 2026 season. (corroborated by 17 sources) - Freddy Peralta is a two‑time All‑Star Dominican pitcher, 30‑year‑old. (corroborated by 17 sources) - The Mets received three prospects—outfielder Aidan Smith, second baseman Emilien Pitre, and right‑hander Gary Gill Hill—in the trade. (corroborated by 17 sources) - No cash was exchanged in the trade. (corroborated by 16 sources) - The trade was completed one day before the MLB trade deadline (August 3, 2026). (corroborated by 16 sources) - The Mets received three prospects—outfielder Aidan Smith, second baseman Émilien Pitre, and right‑hander Gary Gill Hill—in the trade. (corroborated by 14 sources) - Peralta will become a free agent after the 2026 season. (corroborated by 14 sources) - The trade sent three prospects—outfielder Aidan Smith, second baseman Emilien Pitre, and right‑hander Gary Gill Hill—to the Mets. (corroborated by 14 sources) ## Timeline ### 2026-09-02: Freddy Peralta finds success with Tampa Bay Rays Pitcher Freddy Peralta has revitalized his performance with the Tampa Bay Rays, posting a 3.80 ERA in his last four starts following a trade from the New York Mets. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/freddy-peralta-finds-success-with-tampa-bay-rays ### 2026-08-31: Freddy Peralta leads Tampa Bay Rays to 6-2 victory over former team Mets Freddy Peralta pitched six innings with seven strikeouts to lead the Tampa Bay Rays to a 6-2 win over his former team, the New York Mets, at Tropicana Field. 19 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/freddy-peralta-prepares-to-face-former-team-new-york-mets ### 2026-08-08: Tampa Bay Rays bolster pitching with Peralta and Wells acquisitions The Tampa Bay Rays strengthened their pitching staff by acquiring Freddy Peralta from the Mets and Tyler Wells from the Orioles ahead of the MLB trade deadline. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/tampa-bay-rays-bolster-pitching-with-peralta-and-wells-acquisitions ### 2026-08-02: Tampa Bay Rays acquire Freddy Peralta from New York Mets The Rays traded for two‑time All‑Star Freddy Peralta on Aug 2, 2026, sending three prospects (Aidan Smith, Émilien Pitre, Gary Gill Hill) to the Mets. Peralta posted a 5‑9, 4.99 ERA for New York and will be a ‑ 41 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mets-send-pitcher-freddy-peralta-to-tampa-bay-in-threeprospect-deal ### 2026-07-31: MLB Trade Deadline: Mets Scratch Peralta, Yankees Deal Doval to Pirates Mets scratched Freddy Peralta ahead of the deadline, seeking a top‑100 prospect; Yankees traded Camilo Doval to the Pirates for prospects Omar Alfonzo and Luis Cruz. 27 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/freddy-peralta-trade-talks-intensify-as-multiple-teams-scout-pitcher ### 2026-07-24: Freddy Peralta Likely to Be Traded by Struggling New York Mets Mets, 18 games under .500, likely to trade pitcher Freddy Peralta (5‑9, 4.99 ERA) before the Aug 3 deadline after a short start vs. Dodgers; he may become a free agent. 20 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/freddy-peralta-likely-to-pitch-final-game-for-new-york-mets ### 2026-07-06: New York Mets Look to Trade Pitcher Freddy Peralta Ahead of Deadline The Mets are set to trade pitcher Freddy Peralta before the 2026 deadline, seeking prospects from contenders despite his mixed performance this season. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-mets-look-to-trade-pitcher-freddy-peralta-ahead-of-deadline ### 2026-07-01: Freddy Peralta's struggles hurt Mets as trade deadline looms Freddy Peralta gave up five runs in four innings as the Mets lost 9‑3 to Toronto, raising doubts about his trade value ahead of the Aug 3 deadline. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/freddy-peraltas-struggles-hurt-mets-as-trade-deadline-looms ### 2026-06-19: St. Louis Cardinals eye Freddy Peralta trade while reshuffling roster The St. Louis Cardinals are targeting a trade for Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta and have demoted third baseman Nolan Gorman to the low minors as part of a roster overhaul. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/st-louis-cardinals-eye-freddy-peralta-trade-while-reshuffling-roster ### 2026-06-15: Freddy Peralta Stabilizes Mets Rotation Amid Trade and Cy‑Young Rumors Freddy Peralta's five‑inning, one‑run outing steadied the Mets' rotation, while trade talks link him to the Angels and a possible Cy‑Young candidacy. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/freddy-peralta-stabilizes-mets-rotation-amid-trade-and-cyyoung-rumors ### 2026-06-08: New York Mets Keep Freddy Peralta Amid Trade Rumors The Mets retain pitcher Freddy Peralta despite trade talk, with president David Stearns saying the team isn’t selling him. Peralta, on an $8 M deal, leads a squad still below .500 but showing recent wins, as he 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-mets-keep-freddy-peralta-amid-trade-rumors ### 2026-06-05: New York Mets weigh trading pitcher Freddy Peralta before deadline The struggling 2026 New York Mets may trade right‑hander Freddy Peralta before the deadline, with the Tampa Bay Rays and Milwaukee Brewers cited as potential suitors offering top prospects. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-mets-weigh-trading-pitcher-freddy-peralta-before-deadline ### 2026-06-05: New York Mets face criticism over Mark Vientos performance and trade prospects Mark Vientos' poor performance (.219/.254/.380) has led Mets analysts to urge a trade before the Aug 3 deadline to make room for top prospect Ryan Clifford. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-mets-face-criticism-over-mark-vientos-performance-and-trade-prospects ### 2026-06-04: Mets look to move Freddy Peralta as season stalls The Mets, 27‑35 and last in the NL East, are likely to trade right‑hander Freddy Peralta for top prospects as the deadline approaches. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/mets-look-to-move-freddy-peralta-as-season-stalls ### 2026-06-02: New York Mets eye trade for pitcher Freddy Peralta as season woes mount The Mets, mired in a losing streak, are fielding trade offers for pitcher Freddy Peralta while first‑baseman Mark Vientos draws criticism for poor defense and low offensive output. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/new-york-mets-eye-trade-for-pitcher-freddy-peralta-as-season-woes-mount ### 2026-05-24: Yankees and Mets target roster overhauls as bullpen and lineup woes mount The Yankees seek bullpen upgrades via trades for Jansen, Fairbanks or Ginkel, while the Mets, deep in a slump, plan to cut four underperforming players including Taylor, Melendez and Semien. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/yankees-and-mets-target-roster-overhauls-as-bullpen-and-lineup-woes-mount --- Cite as: Freddy Peralta traded to Rays. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/new-york-mlb-teams-bullpen-overhaul