The New York Mets trade rumors are heating up — and Milwaukee Brewers ace Freddy Peralta is quickly emerging as a top target. With only one year remaining on his contract at just $8 million, Peralta represents a rare opportunity for the Mets to land a frontline starting pitcher without committing long-term payroll. In this video, we break down why a Mets–Brewers trade makes perfect sense: Why Freddy Peralta fits the Mets’ long-term vision How the Brewers can reload with top NY Mets prospects and cut payroll Why the Mets are aggressively pursuing an ace to anchor the 2026 rotation What a realistic trade package could look like How this move impacts the Mets’ World Series timeline With Steve Cohen willing to spend, the Mets are clearly signaling they want a true ace to lead their rotation — and Peralta’s elite strikeout ability, age, and contract value make him one of the most logical trade targets in baseball. Could this be the move that pushes the Mets into true contender status? 👀 Let’s break it all down. 👇 Drop your thoughts in the comments — would you trade top prospects for Freddy Peralta? 📌 CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Mets Trade Rumors Explode 01:12 – Why Freddy Peralta Is Available 03:05 – Peralta’s Contract & Value 05:10 – Why the Mets Are Targeting an Ace 07:40 – Potential Mets Trade Package 10:05 – What This Means for the 2026 Rotation 🔥 SUBSCRIBE for Daily NY Mets & MLB Coverage Trade rumors • Free agency • Prospect breakdowns • Mets news #NYMets #MetsTradeRumors #FreddyPeralta #MLBTrades #MetsNews #Brewers #MLBHotStove #MetsRotation #SteveCohen #BaseballNews