Where Freddy Peralta’s market stands after Mets scratch him By Jon Heyman Published July 31, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET Freddy Peralta looks on during the Mets' 5-2 loss to the Marlins on July 31, 2026 at Citi Field. Charles Wenzelberg / New York Post The interest picked up enough in Freddy Peralta to scratch him from his start Friday.
Some teams believe they can get more out of Peralta than the Mets have.
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The Cubs and Rays have been linked to Peralta. The Cubs already helped transform David Peterson, thanks partly to better defense.
Other proven starters being discussed include Clay Holmes, Reid Detmers, José Soriano, Casey Mize, Brady Singer, Foster Griffin and Trevor Rogers.
