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The Houston Astros had a strong season in 2025, yet they still missed the playoffs after losing the division for the first time in a while. Now, it’s time for them to make a decision about their ace, Framber Valdez
With Valdez being a free agent this offseason, The Athletic’s Tim Britton projects that he will land a hefty contract, worth seven years and $196 million.
“Valdez has pretty clearly been the most productive starting pitcher on this free-agent market — a metronome of consistency that is second in the majors in innings and fourth in ERA since the start of the 2022 season…Given the contracts signed by Zimmermann and Snell, a five-year, $150 million pact should be Valdez’s floor. If a team wanted to stretch out the commitment, as the Yankees did with Fried, I could see up to seven years with the AAV just below $30 million,” Britton wrote.
This season, Valdez posted a record of 13-11, a 3.66 ERA, 187 Ks, and a WHIP of 1.245 over 192 innings pitched. However, before the trade deadline, Valdez was a beast, posting a record of 11-4, a 2.62 ERA, and 141 Ks.
Valdez probably had an off year, as he normally is a proven ace for the Astros. As for the idea of retaining him, it would be nice, but it seems like he may be on his way out.
Hopefully, the Astros at least take a swing at re-signing Valdez, but more than likely, he’s not coming back. In that case, they should say thank you and bid him adieu.
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