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Astros Acquire 35-Year-Old Ex-Cubs Backstop with Surprising Power

Astros Acquire 35-Year-Old Ex-Cubs Backstop with Surprising Power

Summary

The Houston Astros have signed 35-year-old catcher Carlos Pérez to a minor-league deal. Pérez has experience in Major League Baseball and recently played for the Chicago Cubs' minor league team.

Key Facts

  • The Astros aim to increase their player options after a season with many injuries.
  • Carlos Pérez has five years of experience in Major League Baseball.
  • Pérez has played for eight major league teams before rejoining the Astros.
  • He agreed to a minor-league contract with the Astros recently.
  • Pérez has consistently played in minor-league games since 2008, except in 2020.
  • He performed well in Triple-A, hitting 27 home runs in consecutive seasons.
  • His best record in the major leagues was hitting six home runs in one season.

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