Framber Valdez allowed two runs on seven hits over six innings with two strikeouts and three walks in a no-decision on Sunday against the Padres.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez worked around runs in the first and third innings. He is scheduled to face the Royals in his next start.

Framber Valdez allowed seven runs (six earned) on 10 hits over four innings with three strikeouts and one walk in a loss on Monday against the Cardinals.

Fantasy Impact

After two scoreless frames, Valdez was hit hard in the fourth and fifth innings. He'll look to bounce back next against the Padres.

Astros GM Dana Brown told reporters Framber Valdez "has a little bit of a sore throat, a little fatigue."

Fantasy Impact

"Hopefully he’s going to be all right, but he’s scheduled to be on track. I feel good about that," Brown said. Valdez was scheduled to pitch in Seattle next week, but the Astros are currently listing Tuesday and Wednesday's starters as "TBA."

Framber Valdez allowed five earned runs on four hits and four walks while striking out nine over five innings in Wednesday's loss to the Giants.

Fantasy Impact

Despite the disappointing outing, Valdez's season stats still reflect a solid start through two games with a 3.75 ERA and a 1.17 WHIP. However, his elevated walk rate and a fielding independent pitching of 3.40 suggest potential volatility moving forward. Fantasy managers should monitor his command closely, as this outing could indicate a need for adjustments to maintain his value in the rotation.

Framber Valdez will make his next scheduled start on the mound Wednesday for the Houston Astros against the San Francisco Giants.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez turned in a brilliant performance on the mound to open the season, allowing four hits while also striking out four over seven scoreless innings against the Mets on Thursday. The left-hander can remain locked into lineups for fantasy managers as the ace of the Houston rotation against a San Francisco lineup off to a slow start to begin the season.