The Mets are looking like sellers, and none of their players will command more trade interest than an often-injured reliever.

The New York Mets are still paying a former Cy Young Award winner who last pitched for the team in 1995 due to deferred money.

SACRAMENTO, CA - APRIL 13: A detail shot of the New York Mets logo is seen during the game between the New York Mets and the Athletics at Sutter Health Park on Sunday, April 13, 2025 in Sacramento, ...

It was not third time’s the charm for Freddy Peralta. The Mets pitcher faltered toward the end of his night Friday against the Rockies as he lost his third consecutive start and continued to struggle ...

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The Mets are still making payments to a former Cy Young winner decades after the pitcher last appeared in an MLB game.