Braves pitcher Williams Perez allowed just one earned run in a no-decision during Wednesday night's 2-1 win over the Rays.
This was Perez's first start of the season as he replaced Eric Stults in the rotation. He went five innings, struck out seven batters and gave up six hits. He walked just one batter.
"[Perez] pitches with his eyes a little bit," Braves manager Fredi Gonzalez said, via MLB.com. "He knows what kind of swings [hitters] are taking at his pitches and he makes adjustments and he competes."
This was a particularly strong effort from Perez, who had only appeared in two prior games this season. Ater a horrid appearance against the Nationals on May 8, Perez had a better showing in two innings on May 13 against the Reds.
His performance on Wednesday will likely keep him in the rotation for now. Getting the win for the Braves was Brandon Cuniff, who entered the game in the seventh inning.
Perez's next start is projected for May 25 against the Dodgers.