What the Brewers are looking for in a Freddy Peralta trade, plus more MLB offseason notes
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Key Points:
- The Milwaukee Brewers may trade All-Star right-hander Freddy Peralta but want a young, major-league ready pitcher in return; teams like the Mets, Braves, Yankees, Red Sox, and Dodgers are potential suitors, though some may hesitate due to rotation needs and Peralta's limited club control.
- The Toronto Blue Jays face an arbitration hearing with left-hander Eric Lauer over a $1.35 million salary dispute, despite his solid 2024 performance; this case could set a precedent for players returning from overseas leagues.
- The Baltimore Orioles signed first baseman Ryan Mountcastle to a $6.787 million contract with a $7.5 million club option for 2027, preserving trade value and avoiding arbitration, while previously
