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When asked about the likelihood of Peralta starting on Opening Day, Stearns refrained from making definitive announcements, leaving that decision to manager Buck Showalter (referred to humorously as "Mendy"). However, Stearns indicated that the team acquired Peralta specifically to pitch near or at the top of the rotation, suggesting that he is indeed a front-runner for the season opener, which is scheduled for March 26.