5 takeaways from White Sox-Astros: Josh Hader's still got it, get to know Sean Burke and more

Houston took three of four this week to close the gap with Chicago in the race for the AL's No. 2 seed.

Josh Hader perfect in earning 22nd save

Josh Hader pitched a perfect ninth for his 22nd save Wednesday against the White Sox.
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Josh Hader Bicep Inflammation 2026: Astros Bullpen Chaos & Fantasy Fallout

News that Josh Hader will open the season with biceps inflammation has put the Astros closing situation in flux. Bryan Abreu will fill in for ninth-inning duties, but will his performance force the ...

Astros Get Injury Update on Josh Hader

Josh Hader is close to returning to action after the veteran reliever continued progressing through his rehab assignment.

Fantasy Baseball Closer Report: Jordan Romano thriving in Colorado, Josh Hader stays flawless in save chances

Jorge Montanez breaks down the last week in saves from around the league with updated closer rankings.
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Astros Facing Decision After Josh Hader Injury Update

"Astros closer Josh Hader will start the season on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said. Hader threw his first bullpen session of spring training yesterday and felt good, but the timeline the ...
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Astros closer Josh Hader to miss Opening Day, start season on IL with bicep issue

Manager Joe Espada did not want to speculate on the length of Josh Hader’s stint on the IL, but reiterated that Hader continues to throw pain-free and is progressing well. Troy Taormina / USA ...

Hunter Brown strikes out 10 as Astros beat Mets 3-1

Josh Hader locked down his 20th save in 20 chances following a three-run sixth inning, keeping Houston atop the AL West while handing New York a third straight loss.