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Framber Valdez ready to face live hitters
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Framber Valdez Stats, Fantasy & News
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Astros' Framber Valdez denies claims of substance on hand: 'I've been checked twice by the umpires
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Houston Astros Starting Pitcher Framber Valdez Continues Streak in Loss to Texas Rangers - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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World Series: Astros look to close out Phillies in Game 6 – Orange County Register
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Houston Astros: Framber Valdez struggles again but says there's 'easy fix
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Astros skipping scheduled start for Framber Valdez because of sprained ankle
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Houston Astros: Bad defense, lack of timely hits dot loss to Rangers
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Houston Astros: Framber Valdez throws Mets for a curve in win
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Houston Astros insider: Framber Valdez's 'inspired' season continues with complete game against the Oakland Athletics
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Houston Astros: Bad defense, lack of timely hits dot loss to Rangers
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Astros insider: Framber Valdez's command issues return