Framber Valdez Aims to Extend Winning Streak at Tigers Home Opener
The Detroit Tigers open their 2026 home schedule against the St. Louis Cardinals. First pitch is scheduled for 1:10 p.m. EST at Comerica Park.
Detroit will hand the ball to right-hander Framber Valdez for the home opener. It will be his first start at Comerica Park as a Tiger. Valdez joined Detroit as the club’s top free agent addition.
First start for Detroit
Valdez’s debut in a Tigers uniform came in San Diego. He worked six innings, struck out five, walked one and allowed two runs, one earned.
Comerica Park track record
Valdez has pitched at Comerica Park seven times in his career, with six starts. He owns a 2-2 record and has logged 39 innings there.
He has allowed 16 runs at Comerica, a 3.69 ERA. Valdez has recorded 29 strikeouts at Comerica and given up two home runs.
Career highlights
Valdez has nine complete games in his career, with two of them coming at Comerica Park. Last season he struck out 187 batters.
Performance versus St. Louis
His numbers against the Cardinals come from a small sample. Valdez has thrown 10 innings across two games, posting a 9.90 ERA.
Outlook for the home opener
Framber Valdez aims to extend his winning streak when Detroit hosts the Cardinals at the Tigers’ home opener. His curveball and well-located fastball should be central to that effort.
Detroit’s offense is coming off a shutout spell and needs to produce. If the hitters wake up, Valdez will have a solid chance to secure his first win as a Tiger.
What to watch
- Valdez’s command of his curveball and fastball.
- How many innings he can eat against St. Louis.
- Detroit’s ability to break its recent shutout streak.
- Whether Comerica Park continues to be a favorable venue for Valdez.
Coverage for Filmogaz.com. First pitch is set for 1:10 p.m. EST at Comerica Park.
