Availability
Martin Perez has inked a minor league contract with the Atlanta Braves. The deal includes an invitation to Spring Training.
Fantasy Impact
Perez, 35, was limited to 11 appearances last season with the White Sox and, despite a 1-6 record, posted a solid 3.54 ERA in 56 innings. The lefthander is a 14-year veteran in the majors, pitching with the Rangers, Red Sox, Twins, Pirates, Padres, and White Sox. He has a 4.41 ERA in nearly 1,632 innings. An All-Star in 2022, Perez could be a sneaky signing for the Braves. He'll compete for the fifth spot in the rotation during the spring.
The Chicago White Sox placed Martin Perez on the 15-day injured list on Friday due to a left shoulder strain.
Fantasy Impact
After suffering a shoulder strain in the fourth inning of his start on Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles, Perez will not pitch again this season. He finishes the year with a 3.54 ERA and a 1.11 WHIP across 11 outings, 10 of which were starts. The White Sox have recalled Cam Booser from Triple-A Charlotte in a corresponding move.
Martin Perez allowed three earned runs on five hits and two walks while striking out two over 3.2 innings in Wednesday's loss to the Orioles.
Fantasy Impact
After today's performance, Perez now holds a 3.54 ERA and 1.11 WHIP with a 1-6 record across 11 starts this season. He is slated to make his next start against the Yankees.
Martin Perez exited his start on Wednesday against the Baltimore Orioles in the fourth inning due to left shoulder soreness.
Fantasy Impact
Perez's afternoon finished with him giving up three earned runs and striking out two batters across 3.2 innings. The Chicago White Sox are expected to provide an update on his status for his next start in the coming days.
Martin Perez allowed three earned runs on four hits and two walks while striking out three over 6.2 innings in Friday's loss to the Guardians.
Fantasy Impact
After today’s outing, Perez now has a 3.27 ERA and 1.05 WHIP to go with a 1-5 record across 10 starts this season. He has 42 strikeouts in 52 1/3 innings of work.