Mets Trade Freddy Peralta To Rays

 

Mets RHP Freddy Peralta (Photo Credits to SNY.TV)

The New York Mets traded RHP Freddy Peralta to the Tampa Bay Rays for prospects Aidan Smith, Emillen Pitre and Gary Gill Hill.

Peralta had a disappointing season for the Mets with a 4.99 ERA and 1.47 WHIP in 22 starts.

Smith is a 22-year outfielder who was the Rays 15th best prospect. Gill Hill is a 21-year old starting pitcher who is the Rays 26th prospect.

Pitre is 23-year old infielder who is ranked 27th in the Rays minor league system. He is known for his hitting and speed with .308 average with 32 stolen bases and 28 XBH's in 88 games between High-A and Double-A this season.