Catchers rarely become the face of a franchise, and Salvador Perez did it anyway. A Salvador Perez jersey represents the Kansas City Royals at their most recent peak: a homegrown catcher who came up through the system, won a World Series ring and stayed. He wears number 13, and that number with "PEREZ" across the shoulders is one of the most recognisable sights in the ballpark, whether the Royals are contending or rebuilding.
The Royals catcher who never left
Perez signed with Kansas City as a teenager out of Valencia, Venezuela, and made his major league debut in 2011. By 2013 he was the everyday catcher, and he held that job for more than a decade — a rarity in a position that chews through bodies. In 2015 he was named the Most Valuable Player of the World Series after the Royals beat the New York Mets, a series in which his bat and his arm both mattered, and he became the club's captain and its most visible leader in the years that followed.
His reputation is built on defence as much as offence. Perez has been recognised repeatedly for his work behind the plate, including multiple Gold Glove awards, and pitchers describe his game-calling and blocking as the reason he keeps the job. He has also been a regular All-Star selection and a fixture in the middle of the Kansas City lineup, with the kind of hard-contact power that turns a catcher's spot into a run-producing one.
That combination — homegrown, decorated, loyal to one organisation — is why Perez jerseys travel well. They are worn by Kansas City locals who watched him come up and by fans elsewhere who simply respect the way he plays the position.
Should you buy a Salvador Perez jersey?
Yes — a Salvador Perez jersey is one of the safest Royals buys you can make, because it celebrates a homegrown catcher who has been the face of the franchise since the early 2010s and was the 2015 World Series MVP. Number 13 with PEREZ on the back is a permanent part of Kansas City baseball history, not a short-term rental, so the jersey will never look dated or out of place at Kauffman Stadium. Every Perez jersey we sell is stitched with twill numbers and lettering, priced at $70, and available in Majestic Cool Base and Flex Base cuts, including white home versions with gold trim, royal blue logo-ornamented editions, a Lights Out black pinstripe look and a Cooperstown Collection pullover. That range covers both on-field and vintage styling at less than most authentic-priced jerseys cost, and it works equally well as a gift for a Royals fan who already owns caps and tees.
Every Salvador Perez jersey we sell
Our Kansas City stock follows the designs Perez has worn through his career: the white home jersey with gold trim in both Cool Base and Flex Base builds, a royal blue jersey with an ornamented team logo on the chest, a black pinstripe "Lights Out" jersey, a navy blue long-sleeve KC jersey, and a light blue Cooperstown Collection pullover that nods to the franchise's older uniform history. All are men's cuts with number 13, and all six are listed at $70.
Men's Kansas City Royals #13 Salvador Perez Lights Out Black Pinstripe Stitched MLB Majestic Cool Base Jersey
$70.0
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Men's Kansas City Royals #13 Salvador Perez Royal Blue Team Logo Ornamented Stitched MLB Majestic Cool Base Jersey
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Men's Kansas City Royals Salvador Perez #13 White with Gold Home Stitched MLB 2017 Majestic Flex Base Jersey
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Men's Kansas City Royals Salvador Perez #13 White with Gold Home Stitched MLB 2017 Majestic Cool Base Jersey
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Men's Kansas City Royals #13 Salvador Perez Light Blue Pullover Majestic Cool Base Cooperstown Collection Jersey
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Men's Kansas City Royals #13 Salvador Perez Navy Blue KC Long Sleeve Stitched MLB Majestic Cool Base Jersey
$70.0
Shop Now →Availability moves as sizes sell through, so the cards above always show what is live. For the wider range of Kansas City designs, the team collection page carries the rest.
Size, fit and how to care for it
A stitched jersey fits differently from a printed replica: the twill numbers, sewn-on lettering and heavier body add a little structure through the chest and shoulders. Check the measurements listed on the product page for the Salvador Perez jersey you are considering and compare them to a jersey you already wear. Sizing up gives you room for a hoodie underneath in cool weather, while your true size keeps the fit sharp for summer wear.
- Wash the jersey inside out, cold water, gentle cycle.
- Never put a stitched jersey in the dryer — heat shrinks the body and cracks the twill.
- Air dry flat or hang it, then fold rather than hanging it long term on a wire hanger.
- Keep bleach and fabric softener away from the fabric; both fade the royal blue quickly.
- Treat small marks with a damp cloth before they set instead of scrubbing.
Looked after this way, a Royals jersey holds its colour and shape through years of wear, which matters when the name on the back belongs to a player tied to a championship season.
How to style a number 13 Royals jersey
The white home jersey with gold trim is the classic choice and pairs naturally with blue denim or khaki shorts for a summer game. Royal blue is the louder option — build the rest of the outfit around neutral tones so the jersey does the work, and let white sneakers tie it back. The black pinstripe version behaves more like a button-up shirt than a sports jersey, so keep it simple: dark jeans, plain tee underneath, no competing patterns. The light blue Cooperstown pullover is the pick if you like a softer, vintage feel.
For more context on how jersey tiers and eras compare across the league, read our MLB jersey guides. If you want to browse everything Kansas City in one place — navy, royal blue, white and throwback alike — start with the Kansas City Royals jersey collection.
Frequently asked questions about Salvador Perez jerseys
What number does Salvador Perez wear?
He wears number 13 for the Kansas City Royals. Every Perez jersey we sell shows that number along with his name across the shoulders.
Did Salvador Perez win a World Series with the Royals?
Yes. Kansas City won the 2015 World Series, and Perez was named the series MVP. He is also a long-serving team captain and a multiple Gold Glove winner behind the plate.
Which Perez jersey is best for everyday wear?
The royal blue jersey is the most versatile, and the white home version with gold trim is the classic game-day look. The black pinstripe jersey suits streetwear, while the light blue Cooperstown pullover is the throwback option.
Do you sell Perez jerseys for women or kids?
Our Perez listings are men's cuts, which many fans wear as an oversized fit. Check the individual product page for the sizes currently in stock before ordering.
