Mets Trade Peterson for Cubs Prospect

Mets shock fans by trading struggling pitcher David Peterson to the Cubs for top-13 prospect Cole Mathis — a bold move after getting swept 20-8 in a doubleheader, signaling a rebuild is underway. Peterson’s 6.09 ERA and 3-6 record made him expendable, while Mathis, a 22-year-old third baseman with a .272 average and 10 homers, offers high upside. This swap could be just the first domino in the Mets’ midseason overhaul. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c647e7dea7e93dfc