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Out of lineup again Tuesday Pederson isn't in the lineup Tuesday against the Astros, Eric Stephen of TrueBlueLA.com reports.

Impact Pederson will be out of the starting nine for the second consecutive game with left-hander Framber Valdez on the mound for the Astros. A.J. Pollock will shift to left field and bat seventh.

JULY 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Valdez scheduled to start as Houston hosts Los Angeles

The Houston Astros face the Los Angeles Dodgers

JULY 28, 2020 • Associated Press

LEADING OFF: Marlins postponed again amid virus outbreak

Major League Baseball has already postponed a second scheduled game between Miami and Baltimore after more than a dozen Marlins players and staff tested positive for the coronaviru...

JULY 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Bregman's 100th homer helps Astros beat Mariners 8-5

Alex Bregman hit his 100th career homer, a three-run shot, and Jose Altuve added a solo drive to give the Houston Astros an 8-5 win over the Seattle Mariners

JULY 28, 2020 • Associated Press

LEADING OFF: Marlins postponed again amid virus outbreak

Major League Baseball has already postponed a second scheduled game between Miami and Baltimore after more than a dozen Marlins players and staff tested positive for the coronaviru...

JULY 28, 2020 • Associated Press

Starting game No. 5 Valdez is scheduled to start Tuesday's series opener against the Dodgers, Chandler Rome of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact The 26-year-old and Brandon Bielak were competing for the final rotation spot during summer camp, but Valdez was able to secure the job. Valdez had a 5.86 ERA and 1.67 WHIP over 70.2 innings at the major-league level last season, and he may not have a long leash if he struggles again during the shortened season. Jose Urquidy (undisclosed) and Austin Pruitt (elbow) aren't available to start the season but figure to be options for the rotation eventually, and Bielak could also remain a factor.

JULY 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Has competition for rotation Valdez and Brandon Bielak are competing for the last spot in the Astros' rotation, Alyson Footer of MLB.com reports.

Impact With Jose Urquidy (undisclosed) not in camp, there's room in the rotation for either Valdez or Bielak. The duo squared off in Saturday's intrasquad game, the final chance either had to submit evidence in the quest to be the No. 5 starter. Valdez allowed a three-run, first-inning home run to Michael Brantley but lasted five innings. He walked one and struck out six in a 74-pitch outing. "He still has some things to learn, but he's a whole lot better than I heard he was in the past, as far as his concentration, as far as his tempo in the game," said manager Dusty Baker, referring to Valdez's penchant for a lack of focus and letting innings get away from him. Baker also noted he'd be speaking with Valdez about missing "three or four signs" during the outing.

JULY 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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JULY 17, 2020 • Associated Press

Could land spot in rotation Valdez is in position to be part of the rotation when the season begins, Brian McTaggart of MLB.com reports.

Impact Valdez moves up the depth chart and is in position for a rotation slot after a few recent developments. The Astros placed presumptive No. 4 starter Jose Urquidy on the 10-day injured list for undisclosed reasons. Additionally, presumptive No. 5 starter Josh James arrived late to camp because he was home for the birth of his daughter. James is expected to be in the rotation when the season starts, per Houston pitching coach Brent Strom, but there is uncertainty at the back end. With Austin Pruitt (elbow) popping up with an injury Tuesday, Valdez is the most likely candidate to start games if a replacement is needed. "His stuff is electric, his bullpens have been great," said Strom. Valdez appeared in 26 games (eight starts) for the Astros in 2019 and posted a 5.86 ERA. Control has been the left-hander's bane; he walked 44 over 70.2 innings in 2019 and 24 over 37 innings the previous year.

JULY 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Valdez expected to start as Houston hosts Toronto

The Toronto Blue Jays head to Minute Maid Park to play the Houston Astros

JUNE 15, 2019 • FOX SPORTS

Houston hosts Baltimore following Valdez's strong showing

Houston looks to follow up a dominant outing by Saturday starter Framber Valdez

JUNE 9, 2019 • FOX SPORTS