Mets Pursue Peralta Extension, Giants Predict Seven-Year Deal

0:00It's March 27. You're listening to MLB News today, AI-powered MLB coverage. The New York Mets kicked off their season with an 11-7 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on opening day, thanks in part to New Starter. Freddie Peralta's Solid debut, Peralta pitched five innings, allowing four earned runs on six hits and striking out seven batters which was good enough for his first win in a Mets. In a form, after coming over from the Brewers, where he racked up 17 victories last year, the Mets offense exploded for five runs in the first inning against Pirates Ace Paul Schienes, giving Peralta all the support he needed despite his. Uneven start. Now, New York is pushing for a contract extension to lock him into their rotation long-term, but talks have stalled over length, with Peralta seeking seven or eight years while the team prefers four or five. An MLB insider Peralta will hit free agency and sign a seven-year deal worth $214 million

1:00with the San Francisco. Giants this off season, leaving fans hoping the Mets can bridge the gap before it's too late.