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Framber Valdez Denies Intentionally Hitting Cesar Salazar

Valdez apologized after a 93 mph pitch struck catcher Salazar in Astros' 7-1 loss to Yankees. The incident followed Trent Grisham’s grand slam, sparking questions of intent. “It was not intentional… we got crossed up,” Valdez said. Salazar agreed: “No, me and Framber we actually have a really good relationship.” Both insisted the matter is resolved.