Framber Valdez

FanDuel Salary: $9,000

Houston's Framber Valdez expected to start in Thursday's matchup against the Rangers

Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez is expected to start in Thursday's game against the Texas Rangers.

What It Means:

According to the Athletic, the Astros are reportedly planning to start Framber Valdez on Thursday against the Rangers. In 45.1 innings pitched this season, Valdez has produced a 4.57 ERA and 41 strikeouts.

Through 18 appearances this year, Valdez is averaging 12.0 FanDuel points. In his last start on June 26th, the Astros' left-hander allowed six earned runs in three innings pitched.