Martín Pérez to start Friday's series opener against the Phillies

The left-handed pitcher was designated for assignment earlier this week but will get another start for the Braves

Apr. 16, 2026 at 2:42am

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Atlanta Braves pitcher Martín Pérez, who was designated for assignment earlier this week, has been recalled from Triple-A Gwinnett and will start the series opener against the Philadelphia Phillies on Friday.

Why it matters

Pérez's return to the Braves' starting rotation comes after a brief stint in the minors, highlighting the fluid nature of roster management in Major League Baseball where players can move between the majors and minors quickly based on team needs.

The details

Pérez started for the Braves on Saturday but was designated for assignment on Monday. He cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday. Now, the left-hander will get another chance to start for the Braves as they open a three-game series against the Phillies on Friday.

  • Pérez started for the Braves on Saturday, April 11, 2026.
  • Pérez was designated for assignment on Monday, April 13, 2026.
  • Pérez cleared waivers and was outrighted to Triple-A Gwinnett on Tuesday, April 14, 2026.
  • Pérez is scheduled to start the series opener against the Phillies on Friday, April 17, 2026.

The players

Martín Pérez

A left-handed pitcher for the Atlanta Braves who was recently designated for assignment but has been recalled to start against the Phillies.

Jonah Heim

A player for the Cleveland Guardians who was seen speaking with Martín Pérez during a game on April 11, 2026.

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What’s next

Pérez will take the mound for the Braves in the series opener against the Phillies on Friday, April 17, 2026.

The takeaway

Pérez's quick return to the Braves' starting rotation after being designated for assignment highlights the fluid nature of roster management in Major League Baseball, where players can move between the majors and minors based on team needs.