Overview
- Milwaukee has quietly indicated a willingness to listen on Freddy Peralta, drawing interest from the Yankees, Dodgers, Mets, and Braves.
- Dominican Republic manager Nelson Cruz, via reporter Marino Pepén, said the Brewers granted Peralta permission to pitch in the 2026 WBC.
- Peralta is coming off a 17–6 season with a 2.70 ERA, 204 strikeouts, and roughly 176 innings, reinforcing his status as a true ace.
- He has one year at about $8 million remaining and is viewed as a premium short-term asset, with a reported projection of five years and $152 million in 2027 free agency.
- With other potential aces like Tarik Skubal and Joe Ryan viewed as unavailable, analysts say Milwaukee can demand a strong prospect haul, and some commentators urge the Yankees to pivot to Peralta after missing Edward Cabrera.