Oliver Perez

Major League Baseball left-handed pitcher Oliver Perez plays for the New York Mets.

On February 2, 2009, sources close to ESPN] reported that Perez and the Mets had agreed to a three-year contract worth $36 million.ESPN.com: Sources: Perez to return to Mets

A native of Mexico, the San Diego Padres originally signed Perez as an amateur free agent in 1999. After a few years as a prospect in the Padres farm system, Perez made his major league debut on June 16, 2002, pitching five innings in a Padres victory over the Seattle Mariners. The next season, the Padres traded Perez, Corey Stewart, and Jason Bay to the Pittsburgh Pirates for Brian Giles. The Pirates later traded Perez along with Roberto Hernandez to the Mets for Xavier Nady.

Perez has a 90+ mph fastball, an excellent slider and the ability to throw from different arm angles. He is also very good at holding runners.Sportsnet.ca: Oliver Perez

Perez has a tendency to loose control of his pitches, as well as the strike zone.Sportsnet.ca: Oliver Perez

• Mahalo's Guide to the New York Mets
• Baseball-Reference.com: Career Stats
  • Height: 6' 3"
  • Weight: 160 lb
  • Rookie Year: 2002

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