Salvador Perez struggles as age catches up in MLB season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 2:00 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
Salvador Perez, at 36 years old, is experiencing a challenging season, currently batting.206. Having played in over 1,800 big league games, with more than 1,400 as a catcher, he faces the physical demands of the position amid declining performance. Despite recent signs of improvement, his at-bats have been described as unsatisfactory. The season continues, and observers question how much longer he can compete at this level.
- •Salvador Perez is currently batting.206 this season.
- •He has played over 1,800 MLB games, mostly as a catcher.
- •At 36, he faces typical challenges of aging athletes.
- •His recent at-bats have been below standard.
- •There is discussion about his future performance and longevity.
- 2:00 PMYahoo Sports — Father Time and Salvador Perez
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