Freddy Peralta, the pitcher traded from the Milwaukee Brewers to the New York Mets this offseason, expressed excitement about joining the big-market team during an introductory video call on January 27, 2026. He highlighted the vibrant fan energy and competition in New York, drawing from past experiences at Yankee Stadium. Peralta anticipates thriving alongside stars like Juan Soto and Francisco Lindor.
Freddy Peralta's move to the New York Mets marks a shift from the smaller Milwaukee market to the high-stakes environment of New York baseball. Speaking on an introductory video call on January 27, 2026, Peralta shared his enthusiasm for the change. "It’s a different market, different city," he said. "There’s a lot more fans, a lot more people watching. Being honest, I like the competition that we’re going to face here."
Peralta, who spent his entire MLB career with the Brewers, recalled pitching at Yankee Stadium on Opening Day last year in front of 46,208 fans on a cold, windy day. That atmosphere, he noted, felt like a playoff start, and he expects it to become routine with the Mets. "I’m ready for this," Peralta added. "I feel proud to be here and be part of the New York Mets team."
To prepare for life in New York, Peralta has consulted former Mets and Yankees pitcher Luis Severino, with whom he trains daily during the offseason. "Of course we’ve been having conversations about New York," Peralta said. "I got told that I’m going to feel great in general because there’s a lot of things in New York that I wasn’t going to see in another city. I can’t wait. I’m very excited about it."
He has also connected with new teammates via FaceTime, including Francisco Lindor, Juan Soto, Sean Manaea, and Francisco Alvarez, as well as former Brewers teammate Tyrone Taylor. A Mets fan himself, Peralta is eager to play alongside superstars like Soto and Bo Bichette. He emphasized the team's diverse Latino roster, which he believes will drive daily improvement toward a World Series run.
Peralta anchors a rotation that includes Nolan McLean, Clay Holmes, Manaea, and Kodai Senga. Under contract through the 2026 season, he becomes a free agent in November unless an extension is reached. On that front, he remained cautious: "I just got here... And then we can see."