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Astros Must Turn to Bryan Abreu After Josh Hader Injury

The Houston Astros find themselves in a tough position to begin the season. As revealed on Wednesday, March 11, All-Star closing pitcher Josh Hader will begin the 2026 campaign on the injured list following his continuous spring training battle with bicep inflammation.

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Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader (biceps) to open season on IL

Houston Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader will begin the 2026 season on the injured list due to biceps tendinitis in his left pitching arm, manager Joe Espada said Wednesday.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / March 11

Spring training roundup: Tatsuya Imai, Astros shut down Marlins

Tatsuya Imai threw three perfect innings, Jose Altuve hit his first home run of spring training and the Houston Astros defeated the host Miami Marlins 4-1 on Wednesday in Jupiter, Fla.

Tatsuya Imai News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 11

Tatsuya Imai doesn’t think Team Japan needs him to win World Baseball Classic

The World Baseball Classic is rolling on, and Team Japan is on its way to defending the championship. Meanwhile, back in Houston Astros spring training, Tatsuya Imai is preparing for his first MLB season after a great run in Japan.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 11

New Astros Superstar Says Team Japan Will Win WBC With or Without Him

The Houston Astros continued spring training on Wednesday and one of their newest pitchers made his latest start. But much of the talk was about whether he might leave spring training to join his home country in the World Baseball Classic.

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One storyline to follow for every MLB team in 2026

As Spring Training opens for 2026, all 30 teams have high hopes and big questions. These are the storylines to follow for each team heading into Opening Day.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / March 11

Impending Josh Hader IL stint still good news for Astros

Closer Josh Hader and the Houston Astros have run out of time.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 11

Astros Boss Makes Key Decision About Star Reliever’s Opening Day Status

The Houston Astros have made a decision that allows them to start planning out their bullpen for opening day. Astros manager Joe Espada told reporters in West Palm Beach, Fla., that closer Josh Hader will start the regular season on the injured list and won’t be ready for opening day.

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25 MLB players that could be traded during the 2026 season

The 2026 MLB season is right around the corner, and it is never too early to start thinking about how it might unfold. Seemingly, every year, we have a decent handle on who should contend and who is likely to struggle, which makes looking ahead to the trade deadline inevitable.

Josh Hader News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 11

Astros' Josh Hader to begin season on Injured List

Star Astros closer Josh Hader will begin the 2026 season on the 15-day injured list, manager Joe Espada announced to the team’s beat this morning (via Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle).

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 11

This Long-Time Astros Starter Is Primed and Ready for 2026 Opening Day

Ever since Lance McCullers Jr. made his MLB debut back in 2015, Houston Astros fans knew he'd be special. Unfortunately injuries have defined his career, especially over the last three seaons, and limited him to 16 games since 2023.

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Christian Walker News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10

Christian Walker's Spring Training Should Have Astros Considering Trade Before Opening Day

The Houston Astros spent the offseason trying to become a playoff team again. However, they were also one of the main teams talked about when it came to big-name trades.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10

Projected Houston Astros Lineups vs Right and Left-Handed Pitchers

The Houston Astros have ramped up their work this offseason as the regular season is right around the corner. Following a tough 2025 where the Astros missed the playoffs for the first time since 2016, the franchise is in a must-win situation this season to keep their hopes alive.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10

Astros star Lance McCullers Jr.’s glass half full response to up-and-down performance vs. Orioles

Lance McCullers Jr. turned in an up-and-down start against the Baltimore Orioles on Tuesday. He allowed two earned runs in three innings of work during the spring training outing, but he also struck out four hitters and only walked one hitter.

Josh Hader News / Houston Astros on SI / March 10

Astros Get Promising Josh Hader Update Ahead of Regular Season

Going into the 2026 season, the Houston Astros were hoping to get a healthy Josh Hader back as closer. He had his 2025 season end on the injured list with a left-shoulder strain.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / March 10

Astros Injury Updates: Hader, Pena

Things may be progressing well for Astros closer Josh Hader, according to this update from Brian McTaggart: While it should still be considered unlikely Hader would be ready Opening Day, this update does indicate that if Hader has to start the season on IL, he could potentially only miss the minimum required time.

Jeremy Pena News / MLB on ClutchPoints / March 10

Astros’ Jeremy Pena takes step forward while dealing with finger injury

The Houston Astros are waiting the return of infielder Jeremy Pena, who has been dealing with a fractured finger. Pena is taking a big step forward, as he was seen Tuesday performing infield exercises with the team.

Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 9

Carlos Correa's Shortstop Move may Give Astros Difficult Decision

Jeremy Pena is the Houston Astros starting shortstop. He is dealing with a finger injury at the moment, however. For now, Carlos Correa is expected to fill in at the position, according to Chronicle Astros.

Houston Astros News / Viral Sports News / March 7

Astros Make Interesting Catcher Move With Familiar Name

The Houston Astros have made a strategic addition to their catching corps by bringing back a seasoned veteran on a low-risk agreement. The team has inked catcher Christian Vázquez to a minor league contract, complete with an invitation to participate in major league spring training.

Houston Astros News / Total Pro Sports / March 7

Geraldo Perdomo Suspects The Houston Astros Over Jeremy Pena’s Injury

The Houston Astros expected a routine injury update. However, the news turned into a heated storyline around star shortstop Jeremy Peña. The Astros announced

Carlos Correa News / Athlon Sports / March 6

Astros' Carlos Correa News Emerges After Removal From Lineup

The Houston Astros are gearing up for the 2026 season, and there is still hope that the current roster can make a push toward October baseball. While Houston missed the postseason last year, the group will still return many veteran superstars.

Jeremy Pena News / Total Pro Sports / March 6

Jeremy Pena Injury: Astros Face Huge Blow With Latest Update

Although the Houston Astros missed out on a playoff berth last season, Jeremy Pena delivered an outstanding campaign for the team. The Astros’ shortstop earned his first All-Star selection before finishing the best season of his four-year MLB career.

Jeremy Pena News / Field Level Media / March 5

$Astros SS Jeremy Pena fractures finger playing for Dominican Republic$

Astros SS Jeremy Pena fractures finger playing for Dominican Republic

Houston Astros All-Star shortstop Jeremy Pena fractured the tip of his right ring finger during an exhibition game between his host Dominican Republic team and the Detroit Tigers on Wednesday.