Tigers' Framber Valdez Called Out By Red Sox's Chad Tracy After Trevor Story Hit-By-Pitch
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Key Points:
- Detroit Tigers pitcher Framber Valdez was ejected in the fourth inning after hitting Boston Red Sox shortstop Trevor Story with a pitch following back-to-back home runs, leading to benches clearing during Tuesday's game.
- At the time of the incident, Valdez had allowed 10 runs (seven earned) on nine hits, including three home runs; Boston went on to win 10-3.
- Red Sox interim manager Chad Tracy believed the hit-by-pitch was intentional, while Valdez denied this, stating he was trying to throw strikes after the home runs.
- Tigers manager A.J. Hinch expressed understanding of Boston's frustrations but emphasized that the team plays a good brand of baseball and was unsure about Valdez's intent.
- Valdez, who signed a $115 million contract with Detroit last offseason, has been involved in previous mound controversies and currently has a 4.57 ERA through eight starts this season.
