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Updated May 19, 2026
Jack Perkins is a right-handed pitcher for the Oakland Athletics who was recalled from Triple-A Las Vegas in early April 2026. Through mid-May, he has appeared in 10 games in relief, posting a 2-1 record with 3 saves, 1 blown save, and 1 hold across 15.1 innings pitched. He has demonstrated strong strikeout ability with 21 K's against 5 walks, though his ERA sits at 4.11 with a 1.24 WHIP. Perkins has allowed 14 hits and 7 earned runs with no home runs allowed. Projections suggest he may transition to a starting role with 5 projected starts among 25 total appearances for the remainder of the season.
Strengths
- + Strong strikeout rate (21 K's in 15.1 IP)
- + No home runs allowed
- + Multiple saves (3) demonstrating high-leverage capability
- + Favorable walk rate (5 walks in 15.1 IP)
- + Recently recalled to MLB from Triple-A
- + Potential rotation opportunity with projected 5 starts
Weaknesses
- - ERA of 4.11 is slightly elevated
- - 1 blown save indicating inconsistency in high-leverage situations
- - WHIP of 1.24 suggests room for improvement in baserunner management
- - Limited sample size (10 appearances, 15.1 innings)
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