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White Sox’s Martín Pérez Leaves Start With Left Shoulder Soreness

After the exit, he emphasized playing it safe for the rest of 2025 to set up a healthier 2026.

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Sep 17, 2025; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago White Sox pitcher Martin Perez (54) delivers a pitch against the Baltimore Orioles during the first inning at Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Pérez exited in the top of the fourth after a pitch to Jackson Holliday, signaling for manager Will Venable and head athletic trainer James Kruk before leaving with left shoulder soreness.
  • Venable said the issue was not overly concerning, while Pérez said he would not force a return this season.
  • Baltimore capitalized right after the departure with a two-run homer by Dylan Beavers, and Chicago fell 3-1.
  • The left-hander had returned Aug. 13 from a left elbow injury that cost him four months and had a 3.34 ERA with 24 strikeouts over 32 1/3 innings since coming back.
  • General manager Chris Getz praised Pérez’s leadership and indicated interest in a 2026 return; the pitcher has a $10 million mutual option with a $1.5 million buyout.