Overview
- Peralta told The Athletic he wants to learn the team and organization before discussing a long‑term deal, signaling no immediate negotiations.
- No formal offer or agreement has been reported, though multiple outlets note his contract control runs only through the 2026 season at $8 million.
- Analytical pieces outline potential terms using recent pitcher extensions, including a front‑loaded five‑year framework likely exceeding $100 million in new money.
- One detailed proposal suggests five years and $130 million beginning in 2026 with a $22 million signing bonus and a 2031 club option with a $5 million buyout.
- Comparables cited include Tyler Glasnow, Luis Castillo, Joe Musgrove, Ranger Suárez and Kevin Gausman, as Peralta arrives off a top‑five NL Cy Young finish and 200‑plus strikeouts.