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Braves to Start Veteran Lefty Martín Péréz on Sunday
The 35-year-old will make his second appearance for Atlanta after a strong relief outing earlier this week.
Apr. 5, 2026 at 2:21am
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The Atlanta Braves will give veteran left-handed pitcher Martín Péréz his first start with the team on Sunday. Péréz, who is 35 years old, previously made 10 starts for the Chicago White Sox in 2025 and threw 4 1/3 innings of scoreless relief for the Braves earlier this week.
Why it matters
The Braves have been searching for consistent starting pitching depth behind their top rotation arms, and Péréz provides an experienced option to potentially solidify the back end of their rotation as they make a push for the playoffs.
The details
Péréz will be making his second appearance for the Braves after throwing 4 1/3 innings of scoreless relief in Tuesday's game against the Oakland Athletics. The left-hander made 10 starts for the Chicago White Sox last season and will now get the chance to prove himself in a starting role for Atlanta.
- Péréz will make his first start for the Braves on Sunday, April 6, 2026.
- He previously threw 4 1/3 innings of scoreless relief for the Braves on Tuesday, April 2, 2026.
The players
Martín Péréz
A 35-year-old left-handed pitcher who is making his second appearance for the Atlanta Braves after previously playing for the Chicago White Sox.
Atlanta Braves
The professional baseball team based in Atlanta, Georgia that plays in the National League East division of Major League Baseball.
Chicago White Sox
The professional baseball team based in Chicago, Illinois that plays in the American League Central division of Major League Baseball.
What’s next
Péréz's performance in Sunday's start will determine if he earns a more permanent spot in the Braves' starting rotation going forward.
The takeaway
The Braves are giving the veteran Péréz an opportunity to prove himself as a starting pitcher, which could provide much-needed depth to their rotation as they aim to make a playoff push this season.
