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The St. Louis Cardinals have work to do in the starting rotation, but it would be pretty shocking if the club opted to makes any big investment this offseason.

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Astros Pending Free Agent Predicted to Land Massive Free Agent Contract

Now that the World Series is over, it's time for baseball's offseason to begin. Players have begun officially opting out of contracts, and teams are putting together their target boards for free agency and potential trade targets this offseason.

Framber Valdez News / Just Baseball / November 2

Top Landing Spots for Free Agent Framber Valdez

After eight memorable seasons in Houston, Framber Valdez is set to hit the open market. The soon-to-be 32-year-old lefty made 166 starts for the Astros, pitching to the tune of a 3.36 ERA and 3.51 FIP while finishing top 10 in Cy Young voting three times.

Framber Valdez News / Houston Astros on SI / October 31

Astros Free Agent Framber Valdez Predicted to Sign With NL West Team

It won't be too long before MLB free agency begins. The Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers will wrap up the World Series this weekend, and then all eyes will turn to what should be a very eventful offseason.

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San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / October 31

Padres Tabbed as Best Fit for Projected $190 Million Pitcher in Free Agency

The San Diego Padres are in the market for a starting pitcher this offseason, and are missing an elite left-hander to slot into their rotation. The Athletic's Jim Bowden believes the Friars can solve their problem in free agency by pursuing the best starting pitcher on the market, the Houston Astros' Framber Valdez.

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Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / October 29

Baltimore Orioles called best fit for star ace pitcher

The Baltimore Orioles now have their manager in Craig Albernaz and once he fills out his new coaching staff the team can then focus on adding players on the free agent and trade market.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / October 28

Astros Emerge as Possible Trade Suitor for Marlins’ Ace This Winter

There are certainly going to be some changes with the Houston Astros this offseason with their starting rotation. There is a good chance that ace Framber Valdez leaves as a free agent, and if that happens, the Astros will have to find his replacement either through free agency or a trade.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 24

Astros Have a Sneaky Good Free Agent Option for Rotation Depth

All eyes this offseason will be on Houston Astros free agent pitcher Framber Valdez. He is going to be a coveted pitcher in free agency by some of the contenders, and a return to the Astros is not a given by any means.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 23

Astros' Linked to National League Free Agent Pitcher For Rotation Depth

One big storyline surrounding the Houston Astros this offseason is going to be what happens with ace pitcher Framber Valdez in free agency. It feels like his time with the Astros is going to end this winter, and if it does, the front office will need to figure out how they are going to replace him.

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The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

MLB News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / October 23

Cardinals Unexpectedly Linked To Astros Ace Framber Valdez

The offseason is here for every team in Major League Baseball, aside from the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays. The World Series will begin on Friday and soon enough, every team will be preparing for the 2026 season.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 21

Astros Linked to Notable Starting Pitcher to Bolster Rotation in 2026

There are some questions surrounding the Houston Astros' offseason, mainly when it comes to Framber Valdez's free agency. If he leaves, how will the Astros fill his spot?

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 21

Grading the Astros’ Pitching Staff After a Tumultuous 2025 Season

The Houston Astros had a pretty intriguing year when it came to their starting pitching and bullpen mix. Hunter Brown had a career year and looked outstanding for the vast majority of his starts, but Framber Valdez fell apart down the stretch after a promising first half.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 19

Astros Pending Free Agent Linked to American League East Powerhouse

When it comes to Framber Valdez and free agency, there is going to be no shortage of suitors for the Houston Astros ace. A return to the Astros is always a possibility, but it seems unlikely with each passing day.

MLB News / Arizona Diamondbacks on SI / October 18

D-backs Named Unlikely Fit for Astros All-Star Pitcher

The Arizona Diamondbacks need rotation help, that much is undeniable. Just how GM Mike Hazen goes about making additions to the starting rotation remains to be seen.

Baltimore Orioles News / Baltimore Orioles on SI / October 17

Baltimore Orioles called fit for Astros' left-handed ace

After seeing their pitching staff decimated by injuries in 2025, the Baltimore Orioles are expected to be in the market for a starting pitcher this winter.

New York Mets News / New York Mets on SI / October 16

Left-handed free agent ace called fit for Mets

If there was one area to pinpoint the New York Mets' collapse this season, it would be their starting pitching. After leading the major leagues in starting

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / October 3

Three Free Agent Destinations for Astros' Pitcher Framber Valdez Emerge

For the first time in almost a decade, the Houston Astros are not in the MLB Playoffs. There were several factors as to why they missed out, but there is no doubt that they are facing a big offseason.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 30

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Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 20

Framber Valdez's $200 Million Valuation Leaves Astros With Big Decision

The Houston Astros entered Friday tied with the Seattle Mariners atop the AL West, and now they're out of playoff positioning. They've dropped two straight to Seattle at home, and Saturday's loss was largely because of starting pitcher Framber Valdez.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / September 7

Framber Valdez's tantrum could cost him in free agency

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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / September 3

Agent: 'Preposterous' that Framber Valdez intentionally hit teammate with pitch

An unusual sequence between the battery of Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez and catcher Cesar Salazar during the home loss to the New York Yankees on Tuesday night sparked speculation that Valdez intentionally hit his teammate in the chest with a pitch.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / September 3

Framber Valdez appears to disrespect his catcher during game

An unhappy Framber Valdez appeared to pull a petty move on his own catcher during Tuesday’s game. The Houston Astros left-hander Valdez drew the start on Tuesday against the New York Yankees at Daikin Park in Houston, Tex.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 27

Framber Valdez bounces back to help Astros blank Rockies

Framber Valdez produced his fifth scoreless start of the season, and rookie Cam Smith homered for the first time in nearly two months as the Houston Astros squared this three-game interleague series against the visiting Colorado Rockies with a 4-0 victory on Wednesday.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 15

Astros' Framber Valdez aims to end mini slump vs. Orioles

Houston Astros manager Joe Espada insisted on immediately flushing a 13-run loss to the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday in the middle game of a three-game series between postseason contenders.