At least the Freddy Peralta era was a bit better than the Ryan Helsley era. Via @ZachLowe_NBA on X

What happened: The Mets dealt Freddy Peralta to the Rays on Aug. 2, ending a tenure that began with an offseason trade from Milwaukee. Ryan Helsley spent the final two months of 2025 with New York before signing with Baltimore.

Why it matters: Both pitchers arrived through trades and left after abbreviated, disappointing runs. Peralta’s departure also extends New York’s selloff before Monday’s deadline.

What to watch: Attention shifts to Peralta’s role in the Rays’ rotation and whether the Mets move another pitcher before the deadline.

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