METS AGREE TO TRADE PITCHER FREDDY PERALTA TO RAYS FOR 3 MINOR LEAGUERS, AP SOURCE SAYS

The New York Mets have agreed to trade starting pitcher Freddy Peralta to the Tampa Bay Rays for three minor leaguers, according to a person with direct knowledge of the deal, as reported by the Associated Press. This move comes a day before baseball's trade deadline at 6 p.m. EDT on Monday. The trade involves Peralta, a two-time All-Star, who can become a free agent following the World Series.

The Mets will receive outfielder Aidan Smith, infielder Emilien Pitre, and right-hander Gary Gill Hill in exchange for Peralta, who has been a disappointment with the Mets after they acquired him from Milwaukee in a January trade. The Rays, who began the day with the best record in the American League at 65-45, may benefit from Peralta's addition to their strong rotation. The person spoke to the Associated Press on condition of anonymity because the teams hadn’t announced the deal.

This trade is significant as it reflects the Mets' and Rays' strategies ahead of the trade deadline, with the Rays aiming to bolster their rotation for a potential postseason run. The deal also highlights Peralta's value as a seasoned pitcher who can contribute to a competitive team.

• Mets trade Freddy Peralta to the Rays for three minor leaguers
• Peralta can become a free agent following the World Series
• The trade is pending official announcement from the teams

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