Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Cionel Pérez, 30-year-old Cuban left-handed reliever, signed a minor league contract with the New York Mets on May 6, 2026, after being designated for assignment by the Washington Nationals. Pérez had an impressive spring training (6 scoreless innings, 0.50 WHIP, 5 K) and earned a spot on the Opening Day roster, but struggled significantly in the regular season with a 6.19 ERA, 1.69 WHIP, and concerning 9:11 K:BB ratio over 16 innings. He allowed runs in three consecutive appearances after his scoreless debut. Pérez is expected to report to Triple-A Syracuse and will need to demonstrate improved control before earning a major league opportunity with the Mets.
Strengths
- + Impressive spring training performance (6 scoreless innings, 0.50 WHIP, 5 strikeouts)
- + Earned Opening Day roster spot from outside the 40-man roster
- + Demonstrated high velocity (98-99 mph fastball) at Tampa showcase that attracted 20+ MLB teams
- + Proven track record with Baltimore Orioles (2022-24): 3.12 ERA, 57 holds, 6 saves
- + Scoreless debut appearance with Nationals
- + Career 4.34 ERA across 273 MLB appearances
About
Cionel Pérez is a rp for the Washington Nationals.
Player Overview
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Washington Nationals