Astros Closer Plan: Bryan Abreu Next if Josh Hader Misses Opening Day
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Josh Hader’s status for Opening Day grows more uncertain by the day, and the Houston Astros are quietly preparing contingency plans for a bullpen that looks very different without its All-Star closer. As of Saturday, Hader…
Astros Closer Josh Hader Resumes Throwing After Biceps Tendinitis Setback
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Houston Astros closer Josh Hader resumed throwing Wednesday as pitchers and catchers reported to spring training, easing concerns after a recent offseason injury scare. Hader was diagnosed with biceps tendinitis roughly 10 days…
Astros Closer Josh Hader’s Spring Training Status Uncertain
WEST PALM BEACH, FL—All-Star closer Josh Hader’s availability for the start of the 2026 season remains a question mark as pitchers and catchers prepare to report to spring training this week. Throwing Program Still Ramping Up The 31-year-old left-hander…
Former Astros Closer Ryan Pressly Announces Retirement After 13-Year Career
Ryan Pressly, a two-time All-Star and a key member of the Houston Astros’ 2022 World Series championship team, announced his retirement Saturday following a 13-year Major League career. Pressly, 37, began his career with the Minnesota Twins, pitching six…
Fan Voting Now Open for 2025 All-MLB Team Presented by MGM Rewards
NEW YORK, NY – September 30, 2025 – Major League Baseball has opened fan voting for the 2025 All-MLB Team presented by MGM Rewards, giving fans through Friday, October 10th at 12:00 p.m. ET to help select the top performers from the 2025…
Astros and Mariners Vie for Division Crown
HOUSTON, TEXAS — September 19, 2025 — The American League West is heading for a photo finish, and the drama will unfold this weekend at Daikin Park as the Houston Astros host the Seattle Mariners in a pivotal three-game series. Both teams enter the…
Hader Named Astros’ Roberto Clemente Award Nominee
HOUSTON — Houston Astros left-handed pitcher Josh Hader has been named the team’s nominee for the prestigious Roberto Clemente Award. The honor, which is given annually to the Major League Baseball player who best represents the game through…
Astros Place All-Star Closer Josh Hader on Injured List with Shoulder Strain
HOUSTON, Texas — The Houston Astros announced today that they have placed All-Star closer Josh Hader on the 15-day injured list with a left shoulder strain. The move is retroactive to Monday, August 11, 2025. Hader, a key component of the Astros’…
Correa and Hader Shine as Astros Beat Yankees in 10-Inning Battle
NEW YORK, NY – August 8, 2025 – The Houston Astros opened their three-game series at Yankee Stadium with a hard-fought 5-3 victory over the New York Yankees tonight, thanks to a go-ahead hit from Carlos Correa and a clutch closing performance by Josh…
Magical Turnaround: Astros Snap Skid with Weird Win on Harry Potter Night
HOUSTON, TX – July 30, 2025 – After five straight losses and a truly dismal weekend, the Houston Astros finally found some magic – and a victory – on their special Harry Potter Night at Daikin Park. In a game that was as much baffling as it was a relief,…