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Houston Astros ace oddly omitted from top MLB pitchers list
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Astros' Framber Valdez seeks consistent effectiveness in 2022
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World Series: Framber Valdez, unsung Astros ace, puts Houston on his back in Game 2 win over Phillies
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Astros' Framber Valdez Says He 'Wouldn't Pitch' in All-Star Game If He's Not AL Starter
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Framber Valdez no-hitter: Astros ace shuts down Guardians for 16th no-hitter in team history
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Astros 7, Tigers 0: Complete game shut out for Framber Valdez - Bless You Boys
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Houston Astros' Framber Valdez gives tour of hometown
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Houston's Framber Valdez pitches a 2-hit complete game North News - Bally Sports
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Framber Valdez ready to face live hitters
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Framber Valdez making case to be Astros' Opening Day starter
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Astros ace Valdez throws no-hitter hours after Verlander trade
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It's Never Opposite Day With Framber Valdez on the Mound
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Houston Astros Ace Framber Valdez Enjoying Best Stretch of Career After Win vs. Washington Nationals - Fastball