Summary
The Detroit Tigers are considered a potential surprise team for signing former Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez. The Tigers aim to strengthen their pitching lineup, which already includes Tarik Skubal. They might offer Valdez a short-term contract to improve their chances for playoff success.
Key Facts
- The Tigers' rotation currently has Tarik Skubal as the leading pitcher, followed by Jack Flaherty and Casey Mize.
- The Tigers are looking to improve their pitching beyond the top three to better their playoff chances.
- Framber Valdez, former Astros ace, is a potential addition to the Tigers' team.
- Valdez might receive a contract with high earnings over a short period.
- The Tigers could use Valdez to increase their chances of winning the World Series for the first time since 1984.
- The pairing of Skubal and Valdez is seen as potentially one of the best in baseball.
