Scouting Report
Updated May 20, 2026
Luis Perales was placed on the 7-day injured list for High-A Wisconsin on May 15, 2026, due to illness. He is recovering from a heat-related incident in late April when he was hospitalized after becoming overheated in the dugout. Perales has progressed sufficiently in his recovery to resume baseball activities and is beginning a rehab assignment in the Arizona Complex League. The move to the IL allows him to continue his rehabilitation process.
Strengths
- + Cleared to resume baseball activities
- + Progressing well in recovery from heat-related illness
- + Approved for rehab assignment in Arizona Complex League
- + Young prospect with development opportunity
Weaknesses
- - Recent hospitalization due to heat exhaustion/overheating incident
- - Extended recovery period from late April incident
- - Currently sidelined on injured list
- - History of medical complications requiring neurologist consultation
Injury Status: IL-10
About
Luis Perales is a sp for the Washington Nationals.
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