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Rockies, Sammy Peralta aiming for successful union in bullpen vs. New York Mets

Colorado Springs Gazette·Kevin Henry·6 months ago
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NEW YORK — It may not have the star power of a big-name rom-com set in New York City, but the Rockies and Sammy Peralta may end up needing each other in a big way in the Big Apple.

Now everyone involved is hoping this is a match made in heaven for a Rockies bullpen that could use another left-handed option with a doubleheader against the Mets looming on Sunday.

Peralta arrived at Citi Field on Friday with a clear and simple mission: find a home in Colorado’s bullpen and prove he can stick at the MLB level.

The 27-year-old left-hander pitched in five September games for the Los Angeles Angels last season, logging a 7.59 ERA and giving up runs in three of his five appearances.…

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