Peralta Shines in Spring Debut, Building Chemistry with Alvarez

From New York Metz coverage, this is your March 9th update.

Freddie Peralta brought his usual high energy to the Metz Clubhouse before facing the Yankees in

spring training on Sunday. Unlike many pictures who stay quiet on Game Day, he jumped into a basketball

game, laughing and trash talking while taking wild shots. On the mound at Clover Park against the

light Yankees lineup, he settled in after a shaky first inning, pitching three solid frames in

a 10-4. When Peralta struck out four, gave up three hits, one walk, and two earned runs.

He smartly switched from fastballs early on to changeups and curveballs later, which shut down

the hitters. This came after a quick chat with catcher Francisco Alvarez during the game.

Alvarez praised Peralta as a great teammate who stays happy and pumps up the clubhouse.

The two are building a strong battery after working together in camp for over a month.

Manager Carlos Mendoza noted their chemistry started strong in bullpin sessions, covering

pitch targets against lefties and righties. This was their first game together in the Great

Fruit League, and it went smoothly. Peralta, prepping for his second exhibition start,

showed a step ahead of opening day. He has about two more spring outings to build up to four or

five innings before taking the hill against the Pirates on March 26th at City Field. And yes,

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