Salvador Perez

Salvador Pérez has bruising under his left eye Thursday but says he’s “all good,” per team reports.

Fantasy Impact

Pérez left Wednesday’s Cactus League game against Seattle with a laceration—yet he’s practicing Thursday and plans to catch Friday’s spring tilt versus the Angels. Fantasy managers can bank on his durability and bat; this minor nick won’t derail his Opening Day prep or top-tier catcher status.

Salvador Perez was removed from Wednesday's game early against the Mariners with a laceration under his left eye.

Fantasy Impact

It appeared to be a precautionary move by Kansas City. There should be another update on the status of Perez at some point later in the week.

Salvador Perez went 2-for-3 with a home run and two RBI in the Royals' 8-3 victory over the Pirates.

Fantasy Impact

His performance included a pivotal home run, contributing significantly to the team's win. This season, Perez has maintained a solid .279 batting average with 27 home runs and 102 RBI over 145 games, underscoring his consistent power-hitting capabilities. His wOBA of .348 highlights his effectiveness at the plate, making him a valuable asset in fantasy lineups, especially in categories like home runs and RBI. While his strikeout rate is notable, his overall production continues to offset these whiffs, affirming his status as one of the top fantasy catchers.

Salvador Perez went 4-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in the Royals' 10-4 loss to the Yankees.

Fantasy Impact

His performance was a bright spot in an otherwise disappointing game for Kansas City. Perez's consistent hitting this season, highlighted by a .275 average and 26 home runs, remains a key asset for fantasy managers. His ability to drive in runs, now totaling 98 RBI, coupled with a solid .342 wOBA, underscores his value as one of the top fantasy catchers. While the Royals struggled, Perez's individual success should keep him highly relevant in all fantasy formats.

Salvador Perez went 2-for-4 in the Royals' 9-4 victory over the Guardians, delivering two home runs, two runs scored, six RBI, and drawing one walk.

Fantasy Impact

This performance underscores Perez's pivotal role in the Royals' lineup, particularly his power-hitting capabilities which have now elevated him to 25 home runs for the season. His consistent production, highlighted by a .282 batting average and 94 RBI through 129 games, makes him a top-tier fantasy option at catcher. Fantasy managers should continue to value his ability to contribute significantly in multiple categories, especially RBI and home runs, despite a relatively high strikeout rate.