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Braves re-sign former All-Star to add depth to pitching staff
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The Atlanta Braves have re-signed former All-Star Martin Perez to a minor league contract to bolster their pitching depth amid injuries. Perez, 35, was recently designated for assignment but opted for free agency before returning to the team.
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The Atlanta Braves have been cycling through pitchers both in the starting rotation and the bullpen due to injuries. The injury to right-hander Spencer Strider (left oblique strain) has proven to be an injury that has seen a handful of pitchers fill in for him as he works his way back.
The Braves have the depth to sustain such injuries, with left-hander Martin Perez returning to add to it.
The Atlanta Braves re-sign Martin Perez
According to New York Post columnist Jon Heyman, Perez, 35, has re-signed with the Braves on a minor league contract. The former All-Star (2022) was designated for assignment by the Braves on Sunday and elected free agency on Tuesday after clearing waivers.
Perez was unable to throw for at least five days after throwing five innings against the Cleveland Guardians on April 11. Perez's return will offer the Braves an option to start when they play the Philadelphia Phillies on April 17.
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If the Braves were to start Perez, he would need to be re-added to the 40-man roster (the Braves have two spots open) and knock someone off the active roster. Rookie right-handers JR Ritchie and Dider Fuentes are also options to start for the Braves.
In three games (two starts) with the Braves, he was 0-1 with a 3.14 ERA and had six strikeouts in 14.1 innings.
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Why did the Braves re-sign Martin Perez?
The Braves re-signed Martin Perez to add depth to their pitching staff due to ongoing injuries affecting their rotation and bullpen.
What is Martin Perez's experience in Major League Baseball?
Martin Perez is a 35-year-old pitcher who was an All-Star in 2022 and has extensive experience in Major League Baseball.
What injury is affecting Spencer Strider's availability?
Spencer Strider is dealing with a left oblique strain, which has led to multiple pitchers filling in for him as he recovers.
