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The Arizona Diamondbacks have been treated to a number of star performances this season, the latest coming from Geraldo Perdomo. The 25-year-old infielder from Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, has excelled at the MLB level, making himself an invaluable weapon for the Diamondbacks.
Geraldo Perdomo has been excellent for the Diamondbacks this season, posting a .275 batting average with five home runs, 25 RBIs, and seven stolen bases. His most important performance might have come on Wednesday night during the D-Backs' 4-3 victory over the New York Mets. Perdomo was not in the starting lineup, but he was a game-changer for Arizona off the bench.
In the top of the 7th inning, Perdomo came into the game as a pinch hitter for Garrett Hampson. The Diamondbacks were down 1-0 until Perdomo drove in a pair of runs, giving his team the lead.
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He added to their lead later in the game on a sacrifice fly. Perdomo spoke in a postgame interview with MLB insider Jon Morosi about remaining calm off the bench, even comparing himself to a cold-blooded frog.
"It's a gift from God. I feel no pressure, I just like to enjoy my job, and be happy on the field... My blood is like a frog, you know like a frog, cold. That's my blood," Perdomo explained.
Geraldo Perdomo establishes himself as a key piece for the Diamondbacks in the future
The talented infielder is breaking out for the Diamondbacks this season and looks like a bargain given the contract extension he signed with the club. Perdomo signed a four-year, $45 million contract with the team, which includes a $15 million club option for the 2030 season.
Given Perdomo's continued improvements in all aspects of the game, he has emerged as a key piece for the team moving forward. Ketel Marte, who Perdomo said was a mentor, is now in his early 30s and has struggled with injuries throughout his career. If this series against the Mets proves anything, Geraldo Perdomo is here to stay.
