Mets Name Freddy Peralta Opening Day Starter

The New York Mets announced February 27, 2026, that Freddy Peralta will start Opening Day against the Pittsburgh Pirates on March 26. Peralta, acquired from the Milwaukee Brewers in late January, beat out Nolan McLean, Sean Manaea, Clay Holmes, David Peterson, and Kodai Senga for the assignment. The 29-year-old two-time All-Star had a standout 2025 (2.70 ERA, 17–6) and finished fifth in NL Cy Young voting. He gives the Mets a clear front-of-rotation anchor as they open the season at home.

What It Means for AthX

Peralta’s locked-in role as the Opening Day and staff ace supports his share price. Dynamic pricing will reflect his starts and results. Browse the marketplace to see Mets and all MLB player values on AthX. *Sources: SI.com; ESPN. Fact-checked February 27, 2026.*