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Why AJ Hinch Still Got Suspended by MLB Despite Denouncing Framber Valdez’s Actions
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Why AJ Hinch Still Got Suspended by MLB Despite Denouncing Framber Valdez’s Actions

SI·Karl Rasmussen·26 days ago
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Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez was issued a six-game suspension stemming from an incident that occurred during Tuesday’s game against the Red Sox. Valdez had his worst outing on the mound since signing with Detroit in free agency. In just three innings of work, the right-hander was shelled for 10 runs (seven earned) on nine hits and gave up three home runs. In the fourth inning, Valdez surrendered back-to-back home runs to Willson Contreras and Wilyer Abreu. Next up to bat was Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story, who was hit by a 94 mph four-seam fastball that ran well inside. Many felt as if Valdez, frustrated by his woes on the mound, threw at Story intentionally, resulting in an ejection from the game . It seems the league had a similar view of the situation, and Valdez will now miss Detroit’s next six games. Benches clear in the 4th inning of the Red Sox-Tigers game in Detroit. pic.twitter.com/8CigiKH63L — MLB (@MLB) May 5, 2026 Valdez wasn’t the only one suspended, however.…

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