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Peterson Heads to Cubs in Trade
David Peterson, the Mets’ All-Star pitcher with a struggling 6.09 ERA, is headed to Chicago after a surprise trade that sends infielder Cole Mathis to New York. The Cubs, desperate for pitching depth amid injuries to Cabrera and Brown, are banking on Peterson’s ground-ball tendencies and the team’s elite infield defense to spark a comeback. Manager Craig Counsell confirmed Peterson will start Saturday against the Brewers — a venue he knows well — as the Cubs look to turn things around. Peterson, though shocked by the move, is focused on the fresh start, already packing up his life for the…
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