Framber Valdez

Framber Valdez said he is supposed to play catch on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez was placed on the 15-day IL last week with left elbow soreness. He is first eligible to return on April 21.

Framber Valdez (elbow) stated that he is set to play catch Tuesday and hopes to return when first eligible.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez landed on the injured list due to elbow inflammation. The Astros should provide an update on his timetable after he throws Tuesday.

Framber Valdez (elbow) is feeling better and is set to play catch within the next few days, per Astros’ manager Joe Espada.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez landed n the IL earlier in the week due to left elbow inflammation. Fantasy managers should expect the team to release a timetable for Valdez’s return once he begins to ramp up on a throwing program.

Framber Valdez was scratched from his Monday start due to left elbow soreness and will head for further testing.

Fantasy Impact

Valdez is set to undergo further evaluation by doctors to determine the severity of the injury. Fantasy managers should expect the team to proceed with caution, meaning an IL stint could be necessary, and hope that the left-hander avoids a major injury.

The Astros have scratched SP Framber Valdez from his scheduled start Monday.

Fantasy Impact

There is no word yet on the reason for Valdez being scratched. The Astros will call up Blair Henley to make the start Monday.