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Tigers add Valdespin, others on minor league deals

The Detroit Tigers continue to add depth around the diamond.

Today, they will announce more minor league signings, which include utilityman Jordany Valdespin, according to a person with knowledge of the signings.

Valdespin, 28, is a .216 hitter in four big league seasons with the New York Mets and Miami Marlins. In 2015, he hit .293 in 76 games with Triple-A New Orleans.

Valdespin hits left-handed and has experience at second base, shortstop and all three outfield positions. He will serve as organizational depth at Triple-A Toledo.

In 2013, Valdespin was suspended for 50 games as part of Major League Baseball’s Biogenesis probe.