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Salvador Pérez (born May 10, 1990) is a Venezuelan professional baseball catcher for the Kansas City Royals in Major League Baseball (MLB). He made his MLB debut in 2011 and has spent his entire career with the Royals. Pérez is known for his consistency behind the plate and his power hitting.
Quick Bio
- Full Name: Salvador Johan Pérez
- Date of Birth: May 10, 1990
- Age: 36 years (as of 2026)
- Birthplace: Valencia, Venezuela
- Nationality: Venezuelan
- Ethnicity: Latino (Venezuelan)
- Profession: Professional Baseball Player
- Position: Catcher / First Baseman / Designated Hitter
- Current Team: Kansas City Royals
- Jersey Number: 13
- MLB Debut: August 10, 2011
- Bats/Throws: Right / Right
- Signed: International Free Agent (2006)
Early Life & Background
Salvador Pérez was born and raised in Valencia, Venezuela. Like many young players in the country, he started playing baseball at an early age.
He signed with the Kansas City Royals in 2006 when he was 16 years old and developed through the team’s minor league system before reaching the major leagues.
Parents
- Father: Salvador Pérez Sr.
- Mother: Yilda Díaz
MLB Career
Pérez made his MLB debut on August 10, 2011. He became the Royals’ starting catcher early in his career and has remained with the team ever since.
He was part of the Royals teams that reached the World Series in 2014 and won the championship in 2015. He was named the 2015 World Series MVP.
Over the years, Pérez has earned multiple All-Star selections, Gold Glove Awards, and Silver Slugger Awards. In 2021, he recorded one of the most productive offensive seasons by a catcher in MLB history.
Career Statistics (As of 2026)
- Home Runs: 250+ career HR
- RBIs: 900+ career RBIs
- Hits: 1,500+ career hits
- Batting Average: Approx. .260
- All-Star Selections: 8+
- Gold Gloves: 5
- Silver Sluggers: 4
Playing Style
Pérez is known for his strong throwing arm and ability to manage pitchers. Offensively, he provides power from the catcher position. He has also played first base and designated hitter at times to help keep him in the lineup.
Physical Measurements
- Height: 6 ft 3 in (191 cm)
- Weight: Approx. 255 lbs (116 kg)
- Hair Color: Black
- Eye Color: Brown
Salary & Net Worth
Estimated Annual Salary: Around US $20 millionEstimated Net Worth (2026): Estimated between US $30–50 million
Personal Life, Wife & Kids
Salvador Pérez is married to María Gabriela Pérez.
They have three children:
- Salvador Pérez Jr. (son)
- Johan (son)
- Paulina (daughter)
Social Media
- Instagram: @salvadorp13
- MLB Profile: mlb.com/player/salvador-perez
Trivia
- Signed with the Kansas City Royals at age 16 in 2006.
- Has played his entire MLB career with the Royals.
- Named World Series MVP in 2015.
- Hit 48 home runs in 2021, the most in a season by an American League catcher.
- Missed the 2019 season due to Tommy John surgery.
- Serves as team captain for Kansas City.
FAQs
How old is Salvador Pérez?
He is 36 years old as of 2026.How tall is Salvador Pérez?
He is 6 feet 3 inches (191 cm) tall.What position does Salvador Pérez play?
He primarily plays catcher, and he has also played first base and designated hitter.What is Salvador Pérez’s ethnicity?
He is Latino, from VenezuelaWhen did Salvador Pérez make his MLB debut?
He debuted on August 10, 2011.
