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FILE - In this July 8, 2016, file photo, Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Francisco Liriano delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs, in Pittsburgh. Liriano had a handful of offers during free agency that were basically the same. Teams wanted him to come to spring training on a minor league contract. Realizing he was not getting a major league deal, he returned to the team where he had his best run during his 13-year career. The 35-year-old left-hander agreed to terms with the Pittsburgh Pirates on Feb. 4, one week before spring training.(AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar, File)

Francisco Liriano hopes return to Pirates sparks turnaround

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Frankie’s back: Pirates give Liriano minor league contract

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FILE - In this Oct. 18, 2017, file photo, Houston Astros relief pitcher Francisco Liriano throws during the eighth inning of Game 5 of baseball's American League Championship Series against the New York Yankees in New York. The Detroit Tigers have added depth to their pitching staff by agreeing to a $4 million, one-year contract with left-hander Liriano. The move was announced during the Tigers' spring training opener Friday, Feb. 23, 2018, against the Yankees. (AP Photo/David J. Phillip, File)

Liriano agrees to $4 million, 1-year deal with Tigers

By MARK DIDTLER - Associated Press

Tampa Bay Rays' Steven Souza Jr., right, shakes hands with third base coach Charlie Montoyo after hitting a solo home run off Houston Astros starting pitcher Collin McHugh during the sixth inning of a baseball game, Thursday, Aug. 3, 2017, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)

Souza, Dickerson lift Rays over Astros 5-3

By KRISTIE RIEKEN - Associated Press

Toronto Blue Jays' Josh Donaldson hits a solo home run against the New York Yankees during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, June 2, 2017, in Toronto. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

Donaldson 2 HRs, Blue Jays beat Yankees 7-5; Judge hits 18th

By IAN HARRISON - Associated Press

Toronto Blue Jays catcher Russell Martin (55) celebrates his solo home run against the Cincinnati Reds during the fourth inning of an interleague baseball game in Toronto on Tuesday, May 30, 2017. (Nathan Denette/The Canadian Press via AP)

Morales hits tiebreaking homer, Blue Jays beat Reds 6-4

By IAN HARRISON - Associated Press

Toronto Blue Jays Edwin Encarnacion warms up during practice in Toronto, Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2016. The Blue Jays face the Cleveland Indians in Game 1 of the American League Championship Series Friday in Cleveland. (Frank Gunn/The Canadian Press via AP)

A capsule look at the Blue Jays-Indians playoff series

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FILE - In this May 15, 2016, file photo, Toronto Blue Jays' Jose Bautista, left, is hit by Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor, right, after Bautista slid into second in the eighth inning of a baseball game at Globe Life Park in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers and Blue Jays meet in an ALDS rematch. Game 1 is Thursday, Oct. 6. (Richard W. Rodriguez/Star-Telegram via AP, File)

Jays’ Liriano has concussion, removed from ALDS roster

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FILE - In this May 15, 2016, file photo, Toronto Blue Jays' Jose Bautista, left, is hit by Texas Rangers second baseman Rougned Odor, right, after Bautista slid into second in the eighth inning of a baseball game at Globe Life Park in Arlington, Texas. The Rangers and Blue Jays meet in an ALDS rematch. Game 1 is Thursday, Oct. 6. (Richard W. Rodriguez/Star-Telegram via AP, File)

Jays’ Liriano cleared after taking line drive near head

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Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Francisco Liriano throws against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the second inning of a baseball game Friday, May 30, 2014, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Liriano beats Beckett as Pirates top Dodgers 2-1

By JOE RESNICK - Associated Press

Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Josh Beckett throws against the Pittsburgh Pirates during the first inning of a baseball game Friday, May 30, 2014, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

Dodgers’ Beckett loses 2-1 to Bucs after no-hitter

By JOE RESNICK - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Francisco Liriano delivers during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Pittsburgh Sunday, May 25, 2014. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Liriano, Pirates fall to Nationals 5-2

By JOHN PERROTTO - Associated Press

Baltimore Orioles' Chris Davis hits a two-run home run off Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Francisco Liriano during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Pittsburgh on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Pirates bashed by Davis’ 3 homers in 9-2 loss

By JOHN PERROTTO - Associated Press

Baltimore Orioles' Chris Davis hits a two-run home run off Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Francisco Liriano during the fifth inning of a baseball game in Pittsburgh on Tuesday, May 20, 2014. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)

Davis hits 3 homers as Orioles beat Pirates 9-2

By JOHN PERROTTO - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Pirates' Chris Stewart hits an RBI single during the ninth inning of a baseball game against the Milwaukee Brewers Wednesday, May 14, 2014, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)

Stewart’s single in 9th helps Pirates beat Brewers

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Pirates optimistic Liriano can make next start

By R.B. FALLSTROM - Associated Press

Pittsburgh Pirates starting pitcher Francisco Liriano, right, hands the ball to manager Clint Hurdle, left, as he leaves the baseball game during the third inning against the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday, April 26, 2014, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Pirates’ Liriano removed in third inning

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St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Allen Craig catches a ball hit by Pittsburgh Pirates' Gaby Sanchez in foul territory for an out during the sixth inning of a baseball game Saturday, April 26, 2014, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Cardinals offense gets shut down again

By R.B. FALLSTROM - Associated Press

St. Louis Cardinals right fielder Allen Craig catches a ball hit by Pittsburgh Pirates' Gaby Sanchez in foul territory for an out during the sixth inning of a baseball game Saturday, April 26, 2014, in St. Louis. (AP Photo/Jeff Roberson)

Bullpen picks up Pirates in 6-1 win over Cardinals

By R.B. FALLSTROM - Associated Press

Milwaukee Brewers' Aramis Ramirez gets a high-five from teammate Carlos Gomez after hitting a two-run home run off Pittsburgh Pirates' Francisco Liriano during the fourth inning of a baseball game on Friday, April 11, 2014, in Milwaukee. (AP Photo/Tom Lynn)

Liriano Ks 7, but Pirates fall 4-2 to Brewers

By GENARO C. ARMAS - Associated Press