Tigers sweep A's as Eduardo Valencia hits first career home run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 10, 2026, 3:22 AM
Last updated Jul 10, 2026
The Detroit Tigers secured a 4-1 victory over the Oakland Athletics at Comerica Park, concluding a three-game series sweep. Framber Valdez pitched seven strong innings, allowing just one run and striking out eight batters. Eduardo Valencia made his MLB debut memorable by hitting a home run in his first at-bat. The Tigers' offense included a two-run homer from Zach McKinstry, helping to regain the lead after Oakland had tied the game. With this win, the Tigers continue to assert their strength in the league as they prepare for their next matchup.
- •Framber Valdez allowed one run and struck out eight batters in seven innings.
- •Zach McKinstry's two-run homer helped give the Tigers the lead.
- •Eduardo Valencia hit a home run in his first MLB at-bat.
- •The Tigers completed a three-game series sweep against the A's.
- •Detroit continues to build on their successful season.
- 3:22 AMYahoo Sports — Tigers Sweep the A's with a New Face Stepping Up
"Framber Valdez dominated on the mound while Eduardo Valencia made history, launching a home run in his first career at-bat to secure Detroit’s commanding series sweep at Comerica Park.
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