One night after the Rangers’ lineup came up big in a dramatic, extra innings victory, Texas was nearly held hitless by Houston’s Valdez.
Houston Astros pitcher Framber Valdez pitches in the first inning of a baseball game against the Houston Astros, Tuesday, Aug 6, 2024, in Arlington, Texas.
Houston’s starting pitcher Framber Valdez was one out away from his second career no-hitter, with Rangers shortstop Corey Seager the only obstacle left in his way. Seager had other ideas. Seager launched Valdez’s first-pitch slider 411 feet to right field for a two-run blast, as Valdez had just walked leadoff hitter Josh Smith.Valdez took a perfect game into the sixth inning until Jonah Heim reached on an Alex Bregman error. Valdez was pulled from the game after Seager’s home run and 107 total pitches.
Across 8 2/3 innings, Valdez allowed one hit and two runs, walking three while striking out five. The Astros and Rangers have split their season series at six wins apiece, with the Silver Boot on the line in Wednesday’s rubber match.Malcolm Moore, other Texas Rangers top draft picks set to begin pro careers
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