Right-handed pitcher Freddy Peralta is open to discussing a contract extension with the New York Mets. Peralta, acquired from Milwaukee, is entering the final year of his current deal. He wants time to settle in and assess the organization. This news comes after a trade that saw the Mets acquire Peralta, adding a much-needed frontline starter to their rotation.

Following the trade, Mets president of baseball operations David Stearns also expressed openness to a future deal. Peralta, 29, is set to earn $8 million this season. He was an All-Star last year, leading the NL with 17 wins. The Mets are looking to rebound after missing the playoffs last season.

Peralta's arrival is expected to bolster a rotation that struggled last year. He reunites with Stearns, who previously brought him to Milwaukee. Peralta is one of only two MLB pitchers to make at least 30 starts and record at least 200 strikeouts in each of the last three seasons. The Mets hope he can continue this success.

The Mets are looking to improve their pitching and are hoping Peralta can become a long-term solution. They've already made some big moves this offseason. The team needs its pitching staff to perform to compete in the National League East. The next step is seeing how Peralta performs this season.