Conflicting reports raises questions about whether Mets are trading Freddy Peralta to Cubs

TL;DR

Conflicting reports have emerged regarding the potential trade of Mets pitcher Freddy Peralta to the Cubs, with some sources indicating interest while others deny specific discussions. The Cubs are expected to be active at the trade deadline.

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Cubs expected to be active at trade deadline
Conflicting reports about Freddy Peralta trade
Jed Hoyer criticized for past trade decisions

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The Chicago Cubs are expected to be one of the more active teams at the Major League Baseball trade deadline, though I definitely want to see Jed Hoyer prove that before I give him any grace.

Hoyer has had opportunities to make some very good decisions over the past few years and, unfortunately, at the trade deadline, just hasn't done so. This has a different feeling to it, however, so I'm really hoping he does what's right.

Despite reports that the Cubs were interested in New York Mets starter Freddy Peralta, Bruce Levine recently walked back those claims, adding that while the Cubs have talked about adding a starter, they haven't specifically spoken with the Mets about Peralta.

"According to industry sources, the Cubs are one of the teams the Mets have talked to about acquiring RHP Freddy Peralta. June 1st is a target time for the Mets to either get back into the race or move the soon-to-be free agent. Peralta and Craig Counsell share a mutual bond," Levine wrote on X.

Q&A

Are the Cubs trading for Freddy Peralta from the Mets?

Conflicting reports suggest that while the Cubs are interested in adding a starter, they have not specifically discussed Freddy Peralta with the Mets.

What has Jed Hoyer said about the Cubs' trade activity?

Jed Hoyer has indicated that the Cubs are expected to be active at the trade deadline, but he has faced criticism for past trade decisions.

What are the implications of the Cubs not trading for Peralta?

If the Cubs do not acquire Peralta, it may reflect their ongoing challenges in making impactful trade decisions as they seek to strengthen their pitching rotation.