Danny Valadez has been UT Arlington’s steady right-handed arm in 2026
In the 2026 season, Valadez has emerged as one of UTA’s most reliable pitchers, leading the staff with a 2.35 ERA across seven appearances, 15.1 innings, 18 strikeouts, and a .196 opponent batting average. He’s shown real swing-and-miss stuff and the ability to shut the door late, including a three-strikeout ninth in the home opener. Why care? Because he looks like a high-leverage RHP who brings poise, strike-throwing, and late-inning bite — the kind of arm that helps good teams win tight games.
