Jose Valverde's 35 saves for the Tigers

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Relief pitcher Jose Valverde is hot. He has saved 35 games in as many opportunities this season for the Detroit Tigers. His ERA is 0.51. Valverde closed out three consecutive one-run victories Thursday through Saturday for the Tigers and leads the American League in saves. His last year signing by the Detroit Tigers was the talk of the town, as well as subject of much scrutiny. His 35 saves is a new single season record for the Tigers. Valverde is known as Papa Grande, and famous for his post-strikeout antics and celebratory dance after saving the game.

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