Age, Biography and Wiki
Chris Perez was born on 1 July, 1985 in Bradenton, Florida, U.S., is an American baseball player (born 1985). Discover Chris Perez's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is he in this year and how he spends money? Also learn how he earned most of networth at the age of 38 years old?
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| Age |
38 years old |
| Zodiac Sign |
Cancer |
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1 July, 1985 |
| Birthday |
1 July |
| Birthplace |
Bradenton, Florida, U.S. |
| Nationality |
United States
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He is a member of famous player with the age 38 years old group.
Chris Perez Height, Weight & Measurements
At 38 years old, Chris Perez height is 6′ 4″ .
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6′ 4″ |
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Dating & Relationship status
He is currently single. He is not dating anyone. We don't have much information about He's past relationship and any previous engaged. According to our Database, He has no children.
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Chris Perez Net Worth
His net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Chris Perez worth at the age of 38 years old? Chris Perez’s income source is mostly from being a successful player. He is from United States. We have estimated Chris Perez's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.
| Net Worth in 2024 |
$1 Million - $5 Million |
| Salary in 2024 |
Under Review |
| Net Worth in 2023 |
Pending |
| Salary in 2023 |
Under Review |
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Timeline
Christopher Ralph Perez (born July 1, 1985) is an American former professional baseball pitcher.
He pitched collegiately for the University of Miami, and was selected by the St. Louis Cardinals in the first round (42nd overall) of the 2006 Major League Baseball Draft.
Perez also played for the Cleveland Indians and Los Angeles Dodgers.
Perez began his professional career in 2006 with the Swing of the Quad Cities, the Midwest League affiliate of the Cardinals.
He was 1–1 with a team-leading eleven saves and a 3.20 ERA in 26 games for the Triple-A Memphis Redbirds in 2008.
He fanned 38 batters in his 25 innings pitched, walked 12 and allowed 18 hits.
He was added to the Cardinals 25-man active roster from Triple-A Memphis on May 16, 2008.
He made his debut that same day, working one scoreless inning in relief against the Tampa Bay Rays.
He picked up his first career save on August 6 against the Los Angeles Dodgers.
He attended the Cardinals' 2009 spring training camp to compete for a relief pitcher spot, but had arm trouble and was returned to the minor leagues for more experience.
In 70 total games with the Cardinals, he was 4-4 with a 3.72 ERA and 8 saves.
Following the trade of Kerry Wood to the New York Yankees on July 31, 2010, Perez became the Indians' permanent closer.
Perez was booed in the 10th inning for allowing two runners, although the opposition failed to score in the inning and the Indians won the game.
On July 1, Perez was named to his second consecutive All-Star Game as a member of the American League squad, joining Indians teammate Asdrúbal Cabrera.
At the time of his selection, Perez had converted 23 of 24 save opportunities; his save count total tied for best in the Majors.
Perez throws just two pitches: a four-seam fastball at 93–96 mph and a slider at 82–86.
After a breakout 2011 season that included playing in the All-Star Game and being fourth in the league in saves, on February 23, 2012, Perez strained his left oblique in spring training and was expected to miss 4–6 weeks.
However, Perez himself set a goal for March 15.
He was throwing a 10-minute bullpen session, when, after 25–30 pitches, he felt a pain in his left side.
He returned for Opening Day despite the injury, but blew the save by loading the bases and allowing multiple runs.
Perez's ongoing and vocal criticism of Indians fans has made him a controversial figure.
In May and June 2012, Perez publicly criticized Indians fans in response to the team beginning the season last in attendance across both leagues and for being booed in a game on May 17.
On August 13, 2012, Perez earned his 100th save in a 6–2 victory over the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.
He entered the ninth inning with runners on first and second but recorded three strikeouts to record the save.
On January 18, 2013, the Cleveland Indians announced they had avoided arbitration with Perez, signing him to a one-year contract worth $7.3 million.
On August 5, 2013, Perez blew a save to the Detroit Tigers, and after the game decided to boycott the media for the rest of the season, which led to a rocky relationship between him and the fans.
On September 29, 2013, he broke his silence and talked with the media.
The Cleveland Indians released Perez on October 31, 2013.
He signed a one-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers on December 24, 2013.
The contract included a base salary of $2.3 million with incentives worth as much as $8 million.
Perez appeared in 49 games for the Dodgers and was 1–3 with a 4.27 ERA.
He was owed a $500,000 bonus if he appeared in 50 games, but the Dodgers did not use him at all the last week of the season to avoid paying the bonus.
Perez signed a one-year minor league contract with the Milwaukee Brewers on February 4, 2015, which included an invitation to spring training.
He was released on March 29.
He was re-signed to another minor league contract two days later, and exercised an opt-out on April 27.
On June 24, it was announced that Perez was suspended for 50 games for violating the drug policy by testing positive for a drug of abuse.
On July 2, 2015, Perez signed a minor league deal with the Orioles, despite still being suspended.
Perez grew up on Anna Maria Island with his father, Tim Perez, who is of Spanish descent.
