The Book on Chris Perez
Prospect Info
Chris Perez
Born 7/1/1985
RHP, CLE
A University of Miami alumnus with a hot fastball and erratic control, Perez was given a shot at the Cardinal closer role toward the end of 2008, and while he converted a number of quick saves, he also scared coaches with erratic control and far too many walks.
He has electric stuff and a solid, aggressive approach to hitters, though, so if he can keep the ball down, he has power closer written all over him.
Ranking in ScoutingBook (7/4/2009): #79 
Ranking in Baseball America 2009: #91
Ranking in Baseball Prospectus: #67
Ranking in MiLB.com 2009 Season Preview Unranked
Ranking from the Sporting News: #22
Ranking from ESPN: #80
Player Updates and Notes
Chris Perez has been traded to the Cleveland Indians as part of a two-player deal for Mark DeRosa, according to the Post-Dispatch. While he's still a quality prospect, his high-fastball tendencies won't always play well in the American League, so his overall value could take a hit here. Still, he'll be closer to closing with only Kerry Wood in the way.
6/28/2009 by KDaddy
Jason Motte has converted four of five save opportunities in the last ten days while filling in for a sideline Chris Perez. While the younger Perez remains the better long-term bet, Motte now looks more likely to enter the season as the Cards' closer.
3/24/2009 by BallGrrrl
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