Biography

BIOGRAPHY

Wily Peralta was born May 8, 1989, in Samaná, Dominican Republic. He is a pitcher in the MLB.

The Brewers promoted Peralta to the MLB roster on April 21, 2012, to replace Kameron Loe. Peralta started his first MLB game on September 5, 2012, against the Miami Marlins. On July 9, 2013, Peralta pitched his first MLB career complete game against the Cincinnati Reds, the first complete game pitched by a Brewers pitcher since April 5, 2011, by Yovani Gallardo.

On December 5, 2017, Peralta signed a one-year, $1.5 million contract with the Kansas City Royals. His contract included a $3 million club option for the 2019 season. Peralta was designated for assignment on March 28, 2018. He cleared waivers and was outrighted to the Class AAA Omaha Storm Chasers. He was recalled by the Royals on June 17. During the month of June, he made five appearances in relief, allowing one run in 4+2⁄3 innings pitched and recording two saves. On the season, Peralta pitched exclusively out of the bullpen, recording 14 saves in 37 appearances.