Summary
The Los Angeles Dodgers traded for pitcher Chayce McDermott from the Baltimore Orioles in exchange for Axel Perez. McDermott is a 27-year-old right-handed pitcher who has shown potential but struggled in the major leagues. The Orioles received a young player, Axel Perez, who has played in the Dominican Summer League.
Key Facts
- The Dodgers acquired Chayce McDermott, a right-handed pitcher, from the Baltimore Orioles.
- The trade exchanged McDermott for Axel Perez.
- McDermott debuted in Major League Baseball in 2024 with the Orioles but had a difficult first start.
- After his debut, McDermott spent time in Triple-A with the Norfolk Tides.
- McDermott had a 6.75 earned run average (ERA) with Norfolk in five appearances.
- Axel Perez is a 20-year-old pitcher from the Dominican Republic.
- Perez played 10 games for the Dominican Summer League Dodgers in 2025 with a 5.48 ERA.
- The Dodgers often make trades like this to build strong teams over time.
