Framber Valdez reaches 1,000 strikeouts in MLB

HOUSTON — Dominican left-hander Framber Valdez achieved a significant milestone in his Major League career by reaching the 1,000 strikeouts mark, becoming the 25th Dominican pitcher to achieve it.

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In addition to the overall achievement, Valdez joins an even more exclusive group, becoming only the third Dominican left-handed pitcher to reach that figure, along with Francisco Liriano (1,181) and Wandy Rodríguez (1,573).

1,000TH CAREER STRIKEOUT FOR FRAMBER VALDEZ@astros I #BuiltForThis pic.twitter.com/P1wCWDwFww
— Space City Home Network (@SpaceCityHN) July 29, 2025

The milestone came during a brilliant performance on Monday’s game, in which Valdez pitched 6.0 innings, allowed only 3 hits, 1 earned run, 2 walks and struck out 12 batters. Despite his dominance, he left without a decision, due to the lack of offensive support at the key moment of the game.

Valdez’s outstanding performance

 Línea del juego:
6.0 IP | 3 H | 1 ER | 2 BB | 12 SO
 1,000 ponches en MLB
5ta vez que registra 12 ponches en un juego
25° dominicano en alcanzar los 1,000 K
 3er zurdo dominicano en lograrlo (junto a Liriano y Wandy)

At 31 years old, Valdez has established himself as a key piece in the rotation of the Houston Astros, thanks to his control, durability, and ability to generate missed swings. Since his debut in 2018, he has accumulated multiple impact seasons, including an All-Star Game appearance and a leading role in the postseason. Data: Erick Lantigua.