Tigers agree to terms with closer Jose Valverde (AP)

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FILE - In this Feb. 21, 2009, file photo, Houston Astros' Jose Valverde poses in his uniform. A person familiar with the negotiations says closer Valverde and the Detroit Tigers have reached a preliminary agreement on a $14 million, two-year contract. The person, who spoke Thursday night. Jan. 14, 2010, on condition of anonymity because the team hadn't made an announcement, said the deal includes a $9 million option for 2012 and is subject to a physical. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip,file)AP - The Detroit Tigers have filled their hole at closer, agreeing to terms with Jose Valverde on a two-year contract with a club option for a third.


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