Framber Valdez Reportedly Signs Three-Year, $115 Million Deal With Tigers
Framber Valdez, the highest-rated starting pitcher in free agency, has signed a three-year, $115 million deal with the Detroit Tigers.FEBRUARY 5 • FOX SPORTS
FRAMBER VALDEZ #59 - PITCHER - DETROIT TIGERS
5-7 W-L •
1.38 WHIP •
4.53 ERA
5-7 W-L
1.38 WHIP
4.53 ERA
Pirates gamble on veteran arm with checkered past while Framber Valdez rumors swirl The Pittsburgh Pirates on Wednesday announced a minor-league deal with Mike Clevinger, inviting the 35-year-old right-hander to Major League...
FEBRUARY 4 • RUMBUNTER.COM
Padres could pursue Framber Valdez for Yu Darvish reason | Sporting News San Diego may be able to save some money.
FEBRUARY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Angels staying idle while Pirates chase this arm would be an unforgivable misstep The Los Angeles Angels have laid dormant this winter, but if the Pittsburgh Pirates sign Framber Valdez, the Halos should hang their head in...
FEBRUARY 4 • HALOHANGOUT.COM
Orioles' Framber Valdez fears just got worse thanks to desperate NL team The Baltimore Orioles have been a constant presence in Framber Valdez's market throughout the offseason, but with a lack of progress toward...
FEBRUARY 4 • BIRDSWATCHER.COM
Astros' free agent Framber Valdez's market heats up with Pirates, Blue Jays interest | Sporting News The Astros might finally get a decision on Valdez this offseason.
FEBRUARY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Examining how Framber Valdez would fit on the Blue Jays roster Whenever a contending team has an opportunity to add a top-tier starting pitcher, they usually jump at the chance. Even if the term or salar...
FEBRUARY 4 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM
Where will Framber Valdez sign? Six favorites to ink ace as MLB rumors swirl Framber Valdez is still unsigned a week before spring training. Where will he end up?
FEBRUARY 4 • USATODAY.COM
Proposed Framber Valdez alternatives would all be big disappointments for fans The Baltimore Orioles are in "Framber Valdez or bust" mode right now because the stated alternatives leave a lot to be desired.
FEBRUARY 3 • BIRDSWATCHER.COM
Orioles' Opening Day Rotation Prediction From BR Features Big Addition Bleacher Report's Joel Reuter included Framber Valdez in his prediction for the Baltimore Orioles' Opening Day rotation.
FEBRUARY 3 • NESN.COM
Orioles competition for Framber Valdez feels like a golden opportunity The song and dance of "will they or won't they" figures to follow the Baltimore Orioles for a little bit longer, considering Framber Valdez...
FEBRUARY 3 • BIRDSWATCHER.COM
Lucas Giolito vs. Framber Valdez (and more): Weighing the Tigers' remaining options Framber Valdez, Lucas Giolito, Chris Bassitt, Nick Martinez, and Jose Quintana are all on the Tigers' radar. Which should they sign?
FEBRUARY 2 • MOTORCITYBENGALS.COM
MLB Rumors: NY Mets among seven reported teams still eyeing Framber Valdez Framber Valdez remains a prominent figure in the 2026 MLB free agency, actively seeking a new team for the upcoming season. Among the intere...
FEBRUARY 1 • BOLAVIP.COM
Astros free agent Framber Valdez has 7 landing spots but no contract yet | Sporting News For some reason, it's taking a long time.
FEBRUARY 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Baseball insider projects Framber Valdez will sign with this AL East team | Sporting News With the starting pitcher still available, this insider predicts where the ace ends up.
JANUARY 31 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Realistic landing spots for top remaining free agents: Valdez, Gallen, Suárez, Bassitt Pitchers and catchers are set to report for spring training in less than two weeks. And yet, while the likes of Kyle Tucker and Bo Bichette...
JANUARY 30 • BLUEJAYSNATION.COM
Framber Valdez buzz around the Orioles could be hiding a contender nobody is watching The Baltimore Orioles have been the team most closely linked to Framber Valdez, but are the San Francisco Giants lurking in the shadows?
JANUARY 29 • BIRDSWATCHER.COM
Angels should steer clear of this top free agent despite offseason disappointments Despite an incredibly poor offseason, the Los Angeles Angels should not be tempted to sign former Houston Astros starter Framber Valdez.
JANUARY 29 • HALOHANGOUT.COM
Latest Orioles rumors may be sign that Baltimore preparing to pivot away from Framber Valdez The Baltimore Orioles are reportedly among the teams interested in Zac Gallen, adding more second-guessing to the Framber Valdez fit.
JANUARY 28 • BIRDSWATCHER.COM
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