Perez Breaks Royals' Home Run Record
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Perez Breaks Royals' Home Run Record

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Kansas City Royals catcher Salvador Perez hit his 318th career home run on Saturday, surpassing George Brett as the franchise leader. The home run came during a 3-2 victory over the Detroit Tigers.

Perez’s home run moved him to third among active players in home runs who have played for a single team. He now holds the Kansas City Royals' record with 318 career homers, previously held by George Brett.

The game itself resulted in a 3-2 win for the Royals against the Tigers. The timing of Perez’s achievement adds to the significance of the victory.

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