Summary
The Houston Astros may lose starting pitcher Framber Valdez to free agency. Valdez is expected to sign a five-year, $140 million contract. Several teams, including the San Francisco Giants and Chicago Cubs, are interested in signing him.
Key Facts
- The Houston Astros have had difficulty keeping their team together recently, losing key players like Alex Bregman and Kyle Tucker.
- Framber Valdez, a starting pitcher for the Astros, might leave the team this offseason as a free agent.
- A sports analyst forecasts Valdez will get a five-year deal worth $140 million.
- This contract would make Valdez one of the top-tier paid starting pitchers.
- Several teams in the league are expected to pursue Valdez aggressively.
- Valdez had a controversial incident last season involving a miscommunication with his catcher.
- Teams like the San Francisco Giants and Chicago Cubs are potential suitors for Valdez's services.
