A little late on this one, I know, but I was driving across the state and am just now getting home and settled with my computer on. But the Pittsburgh Pirates swung their second straight trade with the New York Mets, sending catcher Michael Perez to Queens for cash considerations.
We have acquired catcher Michael Perez from Pittsburgh in exchange for cash.
INF Travis Blankenhorn has been designated for assignment.— New York Mets (@Mets) July 23, 2022The Buccos also dealt Daniel Vogelbach to New York a day before, so now the Mets swoop in to also grab Perez due to some injury issues they are experiencing at catcher.