Wandy Peralta

Wandy Peralta has exercised his player option with the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Peralta will return to the Padres' bullpen after posting a 3.14 ERA over 71 2/3 innings. With Robert Suarez hitting free agency, Peralta could be in line for saves if the team does not bring Suarez back or sign a closer in free agency.

Wandy Peralta struck out two batters in a scoreless outing, not allowing any hits or walks in Friday's game against the Dodgers.

Fantasy Impact

After today’s performance, Peralta has a 3.21 ERA and 1.32 WHIP with 55 games played this season. He has notched 47 strikeouts in 56 innings of work.

Wandy Peralta has exercised his player option for the 2025 season with the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Peralta posted a 3.99 ERA and a 1.20 WHIP in 46 games with the Padres last season. He will likely remain a high-leverage reliever in 2025.

Wandy Peralta is scheduled to begin a rehab assignment on Friday with Single-A Lake Elsinore.

Fantasy Impact

Peralta has been sidelined the middle of July with a groin injury. He will likely make a handful of rehab appearances before he is activated.

Wandy Peralta (adductor) threw live batting practice Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Peralta does not have a timeline for his return, but this is definitely a step in the right direction. He will likely require at least a few rehab games before he returns to the Padres’ bullpen.