The Detroit Tigers have placed shortstop Wenceel Perez on the 10-day injured list due to a left oblique strain. This injury occurred during Friday’s game against the San Francisco Giants, where Perez exited in the fourth inning after experiencing discomfort. This setback could be significant for the Tigers as Perez, a 24-year-old rookie, has been a reliable presence, batting .242 with nine home runs and 32 RBIs across 97 games this season.
In response to Perez’s injury, the Tigers have recalled outfielder Akil Baddoo from Triple-A Toledo. Baddoo, who has had a challenging season in the majors, batting just .117 in 26 games, will have another opportunity to contribute at the major league level. Despite his struggles, Baddoo has shown potential in Toledo, hitting .256 with seven home runs in 56 games.
This injury to Perez is a blow to the Tigers as they continue to navigate a season filled with challenges. Baddoo’s return provides some depth, but the team will need a collective effort to fill the void left by Perez’s absence.
