Perez (1-1) was hit hard in a loss Monday to the Pirates, allowing six runs in six innings. He gave up nine hits, walked two and struck out two.
Perez was coming off of a masterful start against the Phillies, but could not live up to his previous performance on Monday. The righty has just one quality start this year and has already spent time in the minor leagues. Perez's next start will come on Saturday against the same Phillies team he dominated a week ago.