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Framber Valdez Shines in Tigers' Spring Debut

3/3/2026

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  • Framber Valdez made a strong spring-training debut for the Detroit Tigers by pitching three scoreless innings against the Atlanta Braves in Lakeland, Florida.
  • He struck out three and allowed only two singles, throwing 30 of 43 pitches for strikes.
  • Valdez signed a three-year, $115 million contract and induced four groundouts.
  • Despite the 5-2 loss, the outing contributes to optimism for Detroit’s rotation, which includes Justin Verlander and Tarik Skubal.