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Mets Weigh Peralta Extension Amid WBC Pitching Dilemma

3/5/2026

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Joel Sherman evaluates whether the Mets should extend Freddy Peralta early, noting potential benefits for both sides.
He compares Peralta's potential earnings to those of similar pitchers.
Nolan McLean, dealing with vertigo, is slated to pitch in the WBC final if the USA advances.
Sherman questions prioritizing McLean over Paul Skenes and shares Mark DeRosa's perspective.
He honors Shannon Forde, former Mets media relations executive who died a decade ago.

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Joel Sherman evaluates whether the Mets should extend Freddy Peralta early, noting potential benefits for both sides.
He compares Peralta's potential earnings to those of similar pitchers.
Nolan McLean, dealing with vertigo, is slated to pitch in the WBC final if the USA advances.
Sherman questions prioritizing McLean over Paul Skenes and shares Mark DeRosa's perspective.
He honors Shannon Forde, former Mets media relations executive who died a decade ago.