Astros reliever Jose Valverde is expected to hit the free agent market this winter.
The Houston Chronicle speculates that Valverde could earn as much as $9 million annually on the open market.
Valverde had 25 saves in 29 opportunities this season.
He had a 4-2 record with a 2.33 ERA and 56 strikeouts.
Valverde Could Get $9M On Market