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Cubs Acquire David Peterson, Bolster Injured Rotation

6/26/2026

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Summary

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The Chicago Cubs traded minor-league infielder Cole Mathis to the New York Mets for left-hander David Peterson on June 25, 2026.
Peterson came in with a 3-6 record and a 6.09 ERA over 68 innings this season after a 2.90 ERA in 2024 and an All-Star selection in 2025.
He is expected to start the weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers, filling a rotation hit by five injured starters, including Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera.

History

Historical Context

After a six-game streak in early 1998, the Yankees traded for pitcher David Cone from Toronto, giving them an ace who posted a 9-2 record and helped secure the AL wild-card. The move complemented the Core Four’s resurgence that drove New York to a franchise-record 114 wins and a World Series title, ending Boston’s division lead.

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Story summary

The Chicago Cubs traded minor-league infielder Cole Mathis to the New York Mets for left-hander David Peterson on June 25, 2026.
Peterson came in with a 3-6 record and a 6.09 ERA over 68 innings this season after a 2.90 ERA in 2024 and an All-Star selection in 2025.
He is expected to start the weekend series against the Milwaukee Brewers, filling a rotation hit by five injured starters, including Ben Brown and Edward Cabrera.

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