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Astros' Ace Framber Valdez Set for $190M Free Agency

12/15/2025

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Framber Valdez, the Houston Astros ace pitcher, is likely to leave in free agency this winter.
After trading Kyle Tucker and losing Alex Bregman, the Astros missed the postseason.
Valdez posted a 5.20 ERA after the All-Star break and could command around $190 million.
Potential suitors include the San Francisco Giants, New York Mets, and Baltimore Orioles.
The Orioles recently acquired Pete Alonso and may pursue Valdez to bolster their pitching staff.

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Story summary

Framber Valdez, the Houston Astros ace pitcher, is likely to leave in free agency this winter.
After trading Kyle Tucker and losing Alex Bregman, the Astros missed the postseason.
Valdez posted a 5.20 ERA after the All-Star break and could command around $190 million.
Potential suitors include the San Francisco Giants, New York Mets, and Baltimore Orioles.
The Orioles recently acquired Pete Alonso and may pursue Valdez to bolster their pitching staff.