Left-hander Framber Valdez was named the Houston Astros' Opening Day starter for a fourth time, manager Joe Espada announced Sunday. The Astros open their 2024 schedule on March 27 at home against the New York Mets.

Framber Valdez is going to start for the Houston Astros on opening day — again. Manager Joe Espada told reporters on Sunday that Valdez will take the mound when the Astros host the New York Mets on March 27.

When the Mets meet the Astros on March 27 in Houston, one pitcher will be making his fourth career Opening Day start. The other will be making his fifth career start of any kind. While it’s a notable contrast in experience,