The Houston Astros signed their ace, Framber Valdez, but not to the deal that many believed would eventually happen.

Casas, on the other hand, would fill a first base need for Houston." Valdez would instantly become the ace of the Red Sox staff as currently constructed. He's a two-time All-Star who has earned Cy ...

The Astros and left-hander Framber Valdez have agreed to an $18MM salary to avoid arbitration, per a report from Chandler ...