If there's one player the Astros could move on from this winter or before the trade deadline, it's likely Framber Valdez. Valdez is the ace on an average Houston staff, but he's set to hit the ...

With the escalating contracts being handed out to free-agent pitchers this offseason, it seems logical for Valdez and his representatives to test the free-agent market next winter. Max Fried ...

Tucker and Valdez are both entering their final season under team control and poised to hit free agency next winter. Tucker is projected to earn $15.8 million and Valdez $17.8 million in their ...

Valdez is heading into his final year before free agency, so he'll be extra motivated to have a big season and cash in next winter. Perhaps he'll finally win his first Cy Young award. The Astros ...