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Jose
Valverde
Relief Pitcher
Birthdate
24/3/1978
BAT/THR
Right/Right
Birthplace
San Pedro de Macoris, Dominican Republic
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Fantasy: Surprises/disappointments among relievers
13Y
Todd Zola
Relief Efforts: Fantasy trade deadline targets
13Y
Tristan H. Cockcroft
Relief Efforts: Be wary of Valverde
14Y
Tristan H. Cockcroft
Relief Efforts: Comparing mid-May ranks
14Y
Tristan H. Cockcroft
Josh Hamilton, Greinke top 2013 free-agents-to-be list
14Y
Brian Gramling
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MLB News
MLB salary increase slowed to 1.4% in 2025, sets record at $4.7M
The rate of increase for Major League Baseball's average salary slowed to 1.4% last year while setting a record average at $4,721,393, according to final figures from the players' association.
Dodgers closer Edwin Diaz will pitch for Puerto Rico in WBC
Star closer Edwin Diaz will return to pitch for Puerto Rico in the World Baseball Classic, it was announced Monday.
What is the Caribbean Series? Baseball schedule, format, stats
The 2026 Caribbean Series kicks off Feb. 1, 2026! Learn more about the schedule, format, teams and other stats now.
State of MLB: Does Dodgers' dominance make NL stronger than AL?
Today is the 150th anniversary of the National League. We take a look at each league going into the 2026 season.
Fantasy baseball reactions to MLB offseason trades, signings
Track all the latest MLB free agency and trade news with fantasy baseball analysis from Tristan H. Cockcroft and Eric Karabell.
2025-26 MLB free agency, trade grades: Offseason analysis
We've got you covered with grades and analysis on every winter signing and big offseason trade.
