Framber Valdez is on the mound for the Astros as they continue Grapefruit League play against the Miami Marlins on Sunday.

Michael Snyder hit a solo home run deep to left with one out in the bottom of the ninth, allowing the Miami Marlins to come ...

The Miami Marlins have claimed right-handed pitcher ... getting claimed off waivers from the Houston Astros back in early November. He was designated for assignment on Monday when the Diamondbacks ...

Valdez allowed three runs (one earned) on four hits and four walks while striking out one in Sunday's Grapefruit League game against the Marlins.

Moves past back issue ...

The newest candidate for the Seattle Mariners' bullpen had a 3.59 ERA over 52 2/3 innings pitched with Houston last season.

The Yankees seem to be seriously considering a new leadoff hitter, with Jazz Chisholm once again getting the nod at the top ...