Tigers call up Brenan Hanifee from Triple-A Toledo
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 12:48 AM
Last updated Jul 18, 2026
The Detroit Tigers announced the recall of right-hander Brenan Hanifee from Triple-A Toledo on July 18, 2026. Hanifee takes the roster spot of lefty starter Framber Valdez, who is on the bereavement list. Manager AJ Hinch indicated that Valdez is expected to return as soon as Saturday. Hanifee, 28, has pitched 13.2 innings in 14 games for Detroit this season and performed well in May with only two runs allowed across 11 innings. The Tigers are currently in a key stretch of games as they push for playoff contention.
- •Brenan Hanifee recalled from Triple-A Toledo.
- •Framber Valdez on bereavement list due to a family death.
- •Valdez may be activated as early as Saturday.
- •Tigers in critical phase of the season seeking playoff spot.
- •Hanifee has 13.2 innings pitched in 14 games this season.
- 12:48 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers summon RHP Brenan Hanifee from Triple-A Toledo
"Brenan Hanifee will occupy the roster spot vacated by Framber Valdez, who is on the bereavement list tending to a death in his family.
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