New York Mets Mike Puma Why the ever-evolving Freddy Peralta believes he hasn’t reached his peak By Mike Puma Published Feb. 21, 2026, 6:33 p.m. ET New York Mets Pitcher Freddy Peralta throws live batting practice during Spring Training at Clover Field, Thursday, Feb. 12, 2026, in Port St. Lucie. Corey Sipkin for the NY POST PORT ST. LUCIE — Freddy Peralta was quick to attach a qualifier Saturday when reminded that last season was his best as a major league pitcher.
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Such was a reminder that the new Mets ace doesn’t believe he has peaked. There is still new territory to conquer, and Peralta views last season as a launch point.
