Valdez Returns for Tigers After Loss | Detroit Tigers News

Framber Valdez returns to the mound for the Tigers after a heartfelt absence, honoring his late grandmother Aurelina Pinales, the woman who raised him and cheered him on every step of his baseball journey. Despite the emotional weight of her passing in the Dominican Republic at 83, Valdez is back stronger than ever, having delivered a standout performance before his leave — one run, nine strikeouts in seven innings. With a 5-6 record and a 4.10 ERA this season, he’s been a vital piece of Detroit’s rotation. As he takes the hill against the Cubs, the team stands behind him, turning this game into a tribute to resilience, family, and the enduring spirit of the game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f306500554c7ac96