With his team fervently wanting to end a five-game losing streak, the lefthander flirted...
New York Mets starting pitcher Justin Verlander walks out of the bullpen before the start of the first inning of an MLB baseball game at Minute Maid Park on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 in Houston.At first, Framber Valdez did not look comfortable Tuesday night. The Astros lefthander fell behind his first four hitters. After a sinker to Pete Alonso sailed wide, Valdez began to improvise.
“I was just changing it up all day,” Valdez said through an interpreter. “To me, my stance or the way I start my mechanics really aren’t that important. I think the biggest thing is just being able to finish where I need to be able to throw my pitches. And I think I was able to do that consistently today.”
to end their longest losing streak since April 2021. Valdez struck out nine and allowed four hits. His 12 quality starts lead the American League. He owns a 2.27 ERA.
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