Franklin Pérez Stats
- Height / Weight
- 6' 3" / 197 lbs.
- Date of Birth (Age)
- 12/6/1997 (26)
- Experience
- 0
- College
- None
Franklin Pérez Season Stats
Last 10 Games
Franklin Pérez News
Detroit Tigers starting pitcher Franklin Perez (shoulder) has resumed his throwing program. The 24-year-old right-hander was once a highly regarded prospect and part of the Justin Verlander trade from 2017. Sadly, Perez has struggled to stay healthy and has not pitched since 2019. He underwent right shoulder surgery last May, but appears to be on the right track now. There is still plenty of upside for Perez, but it's unclear if the team plans to keep him as a starter or move him to a relief role. A shift to a shorter relief role could put Perez on a faster track to the big leagues. Regardless, Perez won't have relevance in fantasy formats right away.
Detroit Tigers pitching prospect Franklin Perez (shoulder) is set to undergo season-ending shoulder surgery. The news is yet another blow to Perez, who has been plagued with both shoulder and lat injuries. Perez was the top prospect acquired by the Tigers in the 2017 trade that sent Justin Verlander to the Houston Astros. The 23-year-old has yet to complete a full year at any Minor league level due to the many injuries he's suffered. Tiger manager A.J. Hinch didn't offer a clear timeline for when Perez will be able to return, solely telling reporters that Perez "will be out awhile."
Detroit Tigers pitcher Franklin Perez made his first appearance this spring against the Philadelphia Phillies on Wednesday. He gave up one walk and no hits and didn't record a strikeout. The 23-year-old Perez was the Tigers' top prospect in 2018, but he's struggled with lat and shoulder injuries over the past few years and his minor league production when he's taken the mound has been disappointing. He once had a mid-90s fastball, but in Wednesday's outing, his fastball was clocked between 86 and 89 mph. He'll likely be starting the 2021 season at Double-A or Triple-A.