Martin Perez

Martin Perez wins sixth straight start Sunday

Martin Perez notched his sixth straight victory Sunday as the Rangers defeated the Angels 7-6 in Arlington. Perez allowed nine hits, three runs (all earned), and two walks while recording four strikeouts over his six inning outing. Once again, Perez managed the game very smartly, pitched out of danger and limited mistakes, the same strategy he has used all along. With the win, his record improves to 11-10 on the year. Perez will pitch again Saturday against Luis Severino and the Yankees in Arlington.

Fantasy Impact

Perez is just doing his job, he will tell you. He's not elite, just pretty average, but he is getting the job done for his team. Over his last six starts, he is 6-0 with a 2.86 ERA and a 3.45 FIP. Those six starts have been across 40 innings and he has earned five quality starts, allowed eight walks, two home runs, and 14 earned runs. Those numbers are not earth-shattering but they are respectable for an average, mid-rotation starting pitcher these days. Can Perez be a good streaming option down the stretch? Possibly, depends on your league's scoring and the matchup. He certainly deserves consideration, though.