Framber Valdez says Astros never contacted him after free agency
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 16, 2026, 9:07 PM
Last updated Jun 16, 2026
Framber Valdez returned to Houston on June 16 as a member of the Detroit Tigers, despite wanting to stay with the Astros. Valdez revealed that Houston did not make any efforts to negotiate after he became a free agent following the 2025 season. After joining the Tigers on a three-year, $115 million contract, Valdez expressed gratitude for his time with the Astros, where he played from 2018 to 2025 and helped them win a championship. Although he had a successful career in Houston, Valdez has struggled in 2026 with a 4.40 ERA and has faced difficulties with his pitching metrics. He is set to start in Tuesday's game against the Astros.
- •Valdez received a tribute video from the Astros upon his return.
- •He declined a qualifying offer from the Astros before signing with the Tigers.
- •Valdez posted a 4.40 ERA with 61 strikeouts in 2026.
- •He is scheduled to start against the Astros on June 17.
- 9:07 PMYahoo Sports — Tigers' Framber Valdez wanted to stay with Astros. They never called
"Framber Valdez returns to Houston with the Detroit Tigers after revealing the Astros never contacted him in free agency following the 2025 season.
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