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Salvador Perez sets Royals home run record against Tigers

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 25, 2026, 7:26 PM

Last updated Jul 25, 2026

Salvador Perez sets Royals home run record against Tigers

Summary

Salvador Perez hit his 318th career home run in the seventh inning against the Detroit Tigers on July 25, 2026. The solo shot tied the game at 2-2, placing Perez ahead of George Brett as the all-time home run leader for the Kansas City Royals. Over his 15 seasons with the team, Perez has accumulated 31 home runs against the Tigers. With this milestone, questions arise about his future, as he moves primarily to designated hitter to extend his playing career.

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Key Details

•Perez's home run came in the seventh inning, tying the game at 2-2.
•He surpassed George Brett's previous record of 317 home runs.
•The home run was his 31st against the Tigers in his career.
•Questions about Perez's longevity arise as he transitions to designated hitter.
•He has played 97 games this season, catching in 39 of them.

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7:41 PMYahoo Sports — Salvador Perez becomes the all-time Royals home run leader
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