Wenceel Pérez
Active Player
Born: 10/30/1999 in Azua, Azua, D.R.
MLB Debut: 2024-04-08
Bats: B | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 203 lbs
Full name: Wenceel Xavier Pérez
Biography
Wenceel Pérez, born in 1999, is an active professional baseball player who has made his mark in Major League Baseball since his debut on April 8, 2024. As a position player, he showcases a combination of speed and finesse, contributing both offensively and defensively for his team. With 112 games played, Pérez has accumulated 94 hits, demonstrating his ability to connect with the ball consistently. He has hit 9 home runs and driven in 37 runs, while maintaining a batting average of .242. His agility on the base paths is highlighted by 9 stolen bases, underscoring his threat as a base runner.
Pérez's playing style reflects the modern game, where speed and versatility are increasingly valued. In an era characterized by high strikeout rates and power hitting, he brings a different dimension with a focus on contact hitting and base running. As he continues his career, Pérez has the potential to evolve into a key contributor for his team, embodying the spirit of a new generation of players making their mark in Major League Baseball. His ongoing development and contributions will be closely watched by fans and analysts alike as he seeks to carve out a lasting legacy in the sport.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 212 | 733 | 98 | 178 | 33 | 10 | 22 | 80 | 17 | 63 | 179 | 0.243 | 0.304 | 0.405 | 0.709 | -331.9 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | DET | AL | 112 | 389 | 51 | 94 | 16 | 6 | 9 | 37 | 9 | 32 | 92 | 0.242 | -331.9 |
| 2025 | DET | AL | 100 | 344 | 47 | 84 | 17 | 4 | 13 | 43 | 8 | 31 | 87 | 0.244 | 0 |
Postseason Statistics
Playoff Career Batting
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6 | 20 | 1 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 7 | 0.250 |
Playoff Batting by Year
| Year | Round | Team | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | BB | SO | AVG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | ALDS1 | DET | 5 | 15 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 6 | 0.200 |
| 2024 | ALWC1 | DET | 1 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0.400 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 116 | 94 | 189 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | DET | OF | 116 | 94 | 189 | 1 | 2 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 4 |
| Center Field | 29 |
| Right Field | 83 |
| Designated Hitter | 4 |