Tigers catcher Eduardo Valencia meets his hero Salvador Perez in Kansas City
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Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Detroit Tigers catcher Eduardo Valencia met his childhood idol, Kansas City Royals designated hitter Salvador Perez, on August 23 during a game at Kauffman Stadium. Valencia, who grew up in the same Venezuelan city as Perez and admired his career, expressed gratitude for the opportunity to play against him. The two exchanged words of encouragement and respect on the field, marking a significant moment for Valencia as he continues his MLB journey. His meeting with Perez was a culmination of years of admiration and connection through baseball.
- •Valencia and Perez are from Valencia, Venezuela.
- •Pérez invited Valencia for offseason workouts.
- •Valencia admired Perez's personality and approach to the game.
- •The encounter took place during an ongoing series in Kansas City.
- •Valencia received a signed jersey from Perez.
- 11:06 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers C Eduardo Valencia has once-in-a-lifetime moment with his hero
"Detroit Tigers catcher Eduardo Valencia grew up idolizing Royals catcher Salvador Perez. On Sunday in Kansas City, he finally met him in person.
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