FRAMBER VALDEZ NEWS

Astros' Framber Valdez pitching no-hitter through 8 innings against Guardians

Houston’s Framber Valdez has not allowed a hit through eight innings against the Cleveland Guardians on Tuesday night

AUGUST 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Short outing in loss Valdez (8-7) allowed six runs on eight hits and two walks while striking out only one over 3.2 innings to take the loss Wednesday versus the Rangers.

Impact The six runs were a new season high for Valdez, who has given up at least four runs in four of his last five outings. He also surrendered multiple home runs for the third time this season, including twice in his last three starts. The struggling southpaw is now at a 3.29 ERA, 1.14 WHIP and 134:32 K:BB through 126 innings over 20 starts. Valdez is lined up for a home start versus the Guardians next week.

JULY 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gerrit Cole, Spencer Strider lead Pitching Ninja's Cy Young candidates

With the second half of the MLB season underway, Pitching Ninja examines the top contenders in the AL and NL Cy Young races.

JULY 25, 2023

Chandler Rome: Astros-Rangers probables at Minute Maid Park:... - The Athletic Astros-Rangers probables at Minute Maid Park: Monday: Brandon Bielak vs. Jon Gray Tuesday: J.P. France vs. TBA Wednesday: Framber Valdez vs....

JULY 24, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Collects eighth win Valdez (8-6) allowed four runs on six hits and two walks while striking out four over five innings to earn the win Friday over the Athletics.

Impact Valdez suffered a cramp in his left calf in his last start, but it appears his exit this time was due to a high pitch count. He needed 96 pitches (59 strikes) to complete five frames, but he got enough run support to escape with the win. Valdez has allowed at least four runs in three of his last four starts -- a concerning trend, but not one that's negatively impacted his numbers too much. The southpaw still has a 2.94 ERA, 1.10 WHIP and 133:30 K:BB through 122.1 innings over 19 starts. Valdez is projected for a tough home start versus the Rangers next week.

JULY 22, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Chandler Rome: Framber Valdez will make his next start on... - The Athletic Framber Valdez will make his next start on Friday against the A's, manager Dusty Baker told reporters on Wednesday in Denver. Valdez exited...

JULY 19, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cleared to start Friday Valdez (calf) will start Friday in Oakland, Greg Rajan of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Valdez had to exit his last outing with a cramp in his left calf, but he got through his normal between-starts bullpen session Wednesday with no issues. The left-hander has posted a 2.76 ERA in 18 starts this season and his 27.4 percent strikeout rate would be a career best.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Throwing bullpen session Wednesday Valdez (calf) will throw a bullpen session Wednesday, Greg Rajan of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact If he comes out of the session without any issues, Valdez will be cleared to start Friday in Oakland. The left-hander had to make an early exit from his last outing Saturday versus the Angels due to a cramp in his left calf. Valdez registered 13 strikeouts in the start before exiting.

JULY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Next start uncertain Astros manager Dusty Baker said in an interview on SportsTalk 790 in Houston on Tuesday that he's unsure whether Valdez (calf) will be ready for his next scheduled start Friday in...

Impact Valdez had to exit his last start on Saturday versus the Angels due to a left calf cramp. The decision for the left-hander to take the ball on Friday likely will be determined based on whether he can get through his normal between-starts bullpen session with no issues. Valdez tied a career high with 13 strikeouts against the Angels before the injury.

JULY 18, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Framber Valdez's injury scare exposes Astros roster flaws in a 'shocking' loss None of the season’s prior 92 games have better illustrated the tightrope Houston continues to walk.

JULY 16, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Leaves outing with apparent injury Valdez was removed from Saturday's start versus the Angels in the seventh inning with an apparent injury, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Impact Valdez had just served up a two-run home run to Zach Neto and was removed in the middle of the at-bat against the next hitter. It's worth noting that he had already thrown 103 pitches, so hopefully the left-hander's removal was just precautionary. Valdez has dealt with an ankle injury recently, although there's no indication whether that's what was bothering him Saturday. The southpaw was magnificent versus the Halos, striking out 13 batters and inducing 23 whiffs.

JULY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Astros' Framber Valdez goes back to work vs. Angels Houston Astros left-hander Framber Valdez has dominated the Los Angeles Angels in his two previous starts this season

JULY 15, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Framber Valdez wanted to start the All-Star Game but understands why Astros said no The Astros have prevented Valdez from pitching in the All-Star Game and the World Baseball Classic this season.

JULY 15, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

10 MLB storylines to track in second half of 2023 season

As the second half to the 2023 MLB season approaches, here is a look at 10 things to anticipate, including a few players chasing history.

JULY 13, 2023

Chandler Rome: Astros probables in Anaheim to open the second... - The Athletic Astros probables in Anaheim to open the second half: Friday: J.P. France Saturday: Framber Valdez Sunday: Cristian Javier

JULY 12, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Pitching Ninja's MLB All-Star Game preview: Gerrit Cole, Zac Gallen and more

The stars will be on full display in the All-Star Game, and so will their arsenal of filthy pitches. Here's a primer of what to expect in Se...

JULY 10, 2023

Skipping All-Star Game Astros manager Dusty Baker said Sunday that Valdez won't be available to pitch in Tuesday's All-Star Game, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Impact Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano has already been appointed to the American League roster as a replacement for Valdez, who recently overcame a sprained ankle to start in Saturday's 3-2 win. Though Valdez didn't suffer any setbacks with the ankle while covering six innings in the outing, Baker said that the Astros won't take any chances with the left-hander coming off the injury. Since he's skipping out on the Midsummer Classic, Valdez could be ready to start the Astros' first game out of the All-Star break Friday in Anaheim versus the Angels.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jordan Romano replaces Framber Valdez on All-Star roster Toronto Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano is heading to his second straight All-Star Game

JULY 9, 2023 • DEADSPIN.COM

Blue Jays closer Romano replaces Valdez on AL roster Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano has made his second All-Star team. Romano will replace Astros right-hander Framber Valdez, who pitched Saturd...

JULY 9, 2023 • MLB.COM

Astros' Framber Valdez Says He 'Wouldn't Pitch' in All-Star Game If He's Not AL Starter Houston’s ace made clear he’s hoping to get the starting nod for Tuesday’s All-Star Game.

JULY 9, 2023 • STAR-TELEGRAM.COM

Submits quality start Valdez allowed two runs on five hits and two walks while striking out six over six innings in a no-decision versus the Mariners on Saturday.

Impact Valdez was hampered by a sprained ankle over the last week, but he was able to avoid the injured list and only missed one turn through the rotation. He had a full workload with 105 pitches (66 strikes) in his fourth quality start since the beginning of June. The southpaw is at a 2.51 ERA, 1.05 WHIP and 116:26 K:BB through 111 innings over 17 starts this season. He'll likely take the mound in the Astros' three-game road series versus the Angels following his attendance at the All-Star Game.

JULY 9, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Now set to start Saturday Valdez (ankle) has been cleared to make his next start Saturday against the Mariners, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.

Impact Though a sprained ankle prevented Valdez from making his previous turn through the rotation this past Sunday versus the Rangers, the lefty showed enough improvement to avoid a stint on the injured list. Earlier this week, manager Dusty Baker told Rome that his plan was to have Valdez start Thursday's series opener versus Seattle, but the two-time All-Star will instead get a couple extra days to rest up. With Houston opting to skip the struggling Cristian Javier's final turn through the rotation before the All-Star break, Ronel Blanco is expected to be called up from Triple-A Sugar Land to start Thursday.

JULY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

The (first-half) All-MLB Teams

Who've been the best players in baseball at each position? All-Star starters don't always tell the most accurate story.

JULY 5, 2023

Chandler Rome: Framber Valdez, who missed his last start with... - The Athletic Framber Valdez, who missed his last start with a sprained right ankle, will return to the Astros' rotation on Thursday against the Seattle M...

JULY 4, 2023 • THEATHLETIC.COM

Cleared to start Thursday Valdez (ankle) will start for the Astros on Thursday versus the Mariners, Chandler Rome of The Athletic reports.

Impact Valdez will go more than a week in between starts after dealing with a sprained right ankle which he originally suffered back on June 20. The veteran left-hander threw 94 pitches in last start against the Cardinals, but it's not clear if the Astros might limit him a bit Thursday as he comes back from injury.

JULY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE