Taking stock now could pay later

Chris Perez, RP, Cardinals: Perez was recalled May 16 after the team placed former closer Jason Isringhausen (hand) on the 15-day disabled list. Perez had been closing for Class AAA Memphis, where he recorded eight saves and struck out 22 batters in 17⅔ innings. Perez has been throwing consistently in the mid-90s while hitting 98 mph on the radar gun.

He has struggled with his control at times, but Perez figures to be the Cardinals future closer and could receive some opportunities early on.

(usatoday.com)