Tigers needed Framber Valdez and he let them down in 11-2 loss to Cubs
- Posted on July 22, 2026
- By Detroit Free Press
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The Detroit Tigers suffered a decisive defeat against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field, falling 11-2 in a game where starting pitcher Framber Valdez failed to deliver the performance the team desperately needed. The Cubs' dominant offensive display overwhelmed Detroit's pitching staff, highlighting critical vulnerabilities in the Tigers' rotation during a crucial stretch of the season. This loss underscores ongoing challenges for the Tigers' pitching depth.
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