Mets' Peralta: Opening Day Starter, Long-Term Future Uncertain

0:00The latest scores, headlines, and storylines. Right here on New York Met's news today, subscribe and stay game ready. The New York Met's made a big splash this off-season by trading for pitcher Freddie Peralta from the Milwaukee Brewers. He's on an expiring contract, so the team still needs to lock him up long term. But recent reports say they're not likely to extend him before the season kicks off. Peralta had a stellar year-last season with the Brewers, going 17 and six with a 2.70 earned run average over 33. Starts. He finished fifth in National League-Sci Young Boating, showing his ace material. Fans and analysts are buzzing about what this means for the Met's, who collapsed late last year and missed the playoffs. Peralta steps right into the spotlight as their opening day starter against the Pittsburgh Pirates on March 26th. Contract talks are on hold for now, taking a back seat to getting ready for the season. The Met's hope is strong arm can spark a turnaround. With Peralta leading the rotation early, all eyes are on how the Met's build momentum from there.