Mets discussed Freddy Peralta trade with White Sox
Amazin' Avenue • • sports
Key Points:
- The Mets and White Sox discussed a trade sending Freddy Peralta to Chicago, with White Sox prospects George Wolkow and Boston Smith potentially involved in the return, though talks have stalled.
- Peralta, acquired by the Mets in the offseason, has struggled significantly this season with a 4.99 ERA and poor strikeout-to-walk ratios, making his upcoming starts crucial for boosting trade value.
- Peralta was scratched from a scheduled start, indicating the Mets believe a trade is imminent.
- White Sox prospects Wolkow and Smith are highly regarded, with Wolkow ranked 15th in their system and Smith recently named Minor League Player of the Month despite being a recent acquisition.
- The Mets are also exploring trade discussions with other teams as they look to move Peralta.
