Mets, struggling offensively, hope Freddy Peralta can shut down Cardinals
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Kodai Senga's strong performance in a tough-luck loss Tuesday night provided some evidence that he can be the No. 2 starter the New York Mets need behind Freddy Peralta.
The Mets also need the offensive firepower they displayed in the season opener, when Peralta made his debut with the Mets after being acquired in a trade with the Milwaukee Brewers in January.