The Tampa Bay Rays are acquiring right-hander Freddy Peralta in a trade with the New York Mets, sources tell ESPN. Rays Via @JeffPassan on X

What happened: Jeff Passan attributed the move to sources telling ESPN. Peralta is a right-hander.

Why it matters: Peralta joins Drew Rasmussen and Shane McClanahan in Tampa Bay's rotation. Nick Martinez is also part of that group.

By the numbers: Tampa Bay leads the Chicago White Sox 1-0 in a separate in-progress game. Their series is tied 1-1.

What to watch: Watch for confirmation of the trade and Tampa Bay's rotation plan for Peralta.

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