Report: Marlins RHP Eury Perez (elbow) heading to IL

Marlins right-hander Eury Perez will start the season on the injured list with elbow inflammation, the Miami Herald reported Friday.

Tests reportedly found no structural damage in his pitching elbow, but the 20-year-old starter will not be with the club to open the season next week.

Perez made his major league debut in 2023 and finished 5-6 with a 3.15 ERA in 19 starts. He struck out 108 batters and walked 31 in 91 1/3 innings of work.

His minor league numbers since 2021 include a 9-9 record with a 3.01 ERA and a 0.997 WHIP in 46 starts.