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Framber Valdez Joins Tigers: $165M Deal Secured

4/9/2026

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  • Framber Valdez signed with the Detroit Tigers for up to $165 million over four years, choosing Detroit over the Minnesota Twins who offered less.
  • Valdez will pair with Tarik Skubal to form a strong pitching duo.
  • A.J. Hinch plans to alternate Valdez's and Skubal's starts to bolster the bullpen and disrupt opponents.
  • Valdez has posted a 0.75 ERA in two starts.