Valdez holds Royals hitless through seven to lift Astros to winHouston Astros starting pitcher Framber Valdez delivers during the seventh inning of a baseball game against the Kansas City Royals, Friday, Aug. 30, 2024, in Houston. (Kevin M. Cox/AP) | August 30, 2024, 11:48 PM0August 30, 2024, 11:48 PM0