The New York Mets acquired star pitcher Freddy Peralta in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers on Wednesday night, according to ESPN's Jeff Passan.

In addressing an area of need, the New York Mets are acquiring starting pitcher Freddy Peralta in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers, league sources told The Athletic on Wednesday night.

Outfielder Carson Benge was the Mets’ first first-round pick under president of baseball operations David Stearns.