Peraza providing solid glove at shortstop

ST. LOUIS — Even though it’s been at multiple positions, it’s taken getting regular playing time for the Reds’ Jose Peraza to show what he can do as a hitter. Taking that a step further, Peraza has been able to showcase what he can do defensively lately by mostly playing shortstop for the injured Zack Cozart.

Peraza started 12 of his last 14 games at shortstop. He had two errors there this season but none since Sept. 12, the first game he took over as Cozart sat with right knee tendinitis.

“I feel good right now because I’ve been playing more and more, and it’s my natural position. It’s like being home,” Peraza said through interpreter Julio Morillo.

According to Fangraphs’ defensive metrics, Peraza has a 1.8 rating over his 205 innings at shortstop, a 0.8 ultimate zone rating and a minus-2 in defensive runs saved. That indicates there is room for improvement.

But the Reds have seen Peraza in control at the position as he has shown solid range and a good arm.

“He’s got enough arm strength, and he’s …

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