Full Breakdown
New York Mets Target Freddy Peralta Trade as Deadline Approaches
7/11/2026, 12:49:51 PM
Core Event
With the 2026 trade deadline less than a month away, the New York Mets—now at the bottom of the National League East after a second-half collapse—are expected to become sellers. Right-hander Freddy Peralta, acquired from the Milwaukee Brewers in the offseason, is the most prominent asset on the market. Peralta’s contract expires after the season, prompting the Mets to explore offers rather than retain a struggling pitcher.
Background & Context
The Mets entered 2026 with high expectations, but a 47-47 record has left them out of postseason contention. Earlier in the season the club moved David Peterson to another team, signaling a willingness to trade. Peralta, who posted a 2.70 ERA and 17 wins for Milwaukee in 2025, entered New York with a $8 million salary but has seen his performance dip to a 4.68 ERA and a 0.1 bWAR by the All-Star break.
Proposed White Sox Deal
Bleacher Report analyst Kerry Miller outlined a “realistic” trade that would send Peralta to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for four prospects:
- Mason Adams (RHP, No. 10 prospect) – 3.74 ERA in 10 starts this season, 4.35 ERA in five Triple-A outings.
- Javier Mogollón (IF, No. 11 prospect) – .840 OPS in Single-A, seven homers, 22 steals in 50 games.
- Shane Murphy (LHP, No. 26 prospect) – 5.32 RA in 86.1 innings, 6.00 ERA in 57 Triple-A innings.
- Anthony DePino (1B, No. 29 prospect) – .869 OPS in 83 games, .875 OPS in 51 Double-A games, 16 homers.
MLB Pipeline ranks the four players at No. 10, 11, 26 and 29 in the White Sox’s prospect list, offering the Mets a mixed-quality return that lacks any top-100 talent.
Data & Statistics
- Peralta (2026, Mets) – 5-7 record, 4.68 ERA, 4.29 FIP, 8.8 K/9.
- Peralta (2025, Brewers) – 17 wins, 2.70 ERA, 10.4 K/9, fifth in NL Cy Young voting.
- Salary – $8 million for the 2026 season.
- Prospect Highlights – Adams’ 3.74 ERA; Mogollón’s .840 OPS; Murphy’s 5.32 RA; DePino’s .869 OPS.
Criticism & Opposition
Analysts note the package “doesn’t have any top-100 prospects or anyone of significant value,” raising questions about whether the return justifies losing a former Cy Young contender. The White Sox, focused on a young core, may be reluctant to part with higher-rated talent, limiting the Mets’ leverage.
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
No official statements from the Mets, White Sox, or MLB have confirmed negotiations. While the trade proposal is detailed, the lack of direct club comments leaves the likelihood of completion uncertain.
Verbatim Quotes
- “So, is this a Zac Gallen situation, in which a great pitcher suddenly lost his touch once he started pitching for a contract? Or is Peralta the ultimate ‘just needs a change of scenery’ candidate, liable to lock back in once he gets out of the Mets clubhouse?” — Kerry Miller, Bleacher Report
- “Should be a long line of teams willing to bet on the latter, especially with Peralta only making $8M this season.” — Kerry Miller, Bleacher Report
- “Realistic Trade: Chicago White Sox acquire RHP Freddy Peralta from New York Mets for RHP Mason Adams, IF Javier Mogollon, LHP Shane Murphy, and 1B Anthony DePino,” — Kerry Miller, Bleacher Report
- “And even if certainty isn’t exactly what Freddy Peralta has provided for the Mets this season, there’s enough history there for Atlanta to treat him as the upgrade he would be,” — Jeff Passan, ESPN
- “If I were the general manager in New York, there’s not a prayer’s chance in hell I’d do anything to help the Braves.” — Jeff Passan, ESPN
What’s Next
The Mets must finalize any deal before the July 31 deadline. Should the White Sox proposal materialize, the Mets would receive four mid-level prospects, while the White Sox would add a potential Game-1 starter for a postseason push. No alternative offers have been publicly confirmed.
