Rockies Select Contract of Left-Hander Luis Peralta
Recent Trade Acquisition Set to Make MLB Debut
### Breaking News Lead The Colorado Rockies have selected the contract of left-handed pitcher Luis Peralta from Triple-A Albuquerque. The 25-year-old is set to make his Major League Baseball debut after being acquired in a recent trade with the Pittsburgh Pirates. ### Key Details * Peralta was acquired by the Rockies on Monday in exchange for right-handed pitcher Chad Kuhl. * The left-hander has a 3.20 ERA and 1.14 WHIP in 25 appearances (9 starts) at Triple-A this season. * Peralta made his MLB debut with the Arizona Diamondbacks in 2021, appearing in 14 games (12 starts). ### Expectations Peralta is expected to join the Rockies bullpen and provide a much-needed left-handed option. He has shown good control and command of his fastball and slider this season. ### Impact on Team The addition of Peralta gives the Rockies a solid left-handed reliever to complement their right-handed heavy bullpen. He will be a valuable asset as the team looks to contend for a playoff spot this season. ### Additional Notes * Peralta was originally signed by the Diamondbacks as an international free agent in 2014. * He has a career minor league ERA of 3.67 in 154 appearances (64 starts). * Peralta is the second player to be acquired by the Rockies in a trade this season, joining outfielder Charlie Blackmon.
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