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Roberto Clemente Day is celebrated across MLB on Sept. 15, honoring the humanitarian legacy of the late Hall of Famer. All 30 teams annually nominate a player for the Roberto Clemente Award, which is considered baseball's most prestigious individual honor.

Josh Hader News / Just Baseball / September 14

Josh Hader Is Reclaiming His Throne as MLB’s Best Reliever

Amidst the inconsistency of the Houston Astros 2026 season, left-handed closer Josh Hader‘s sustained dominance has them at the top of the American League West.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 5

Astros’ Josh Hader Is Already Making History: How Far Can He Go?

Josh Hader recorded the 250th save of his career Friday night in the Houston Astros’ 3-1 victory to open a home series against the Arizona Diamondbacks.

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How many of the lefty mashers with the most home runs in a single season for each MLB franchise can you name in five minutes?

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Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 5

Astros’ Josh Hader Now Owns Historic 100-Year MLB Record

Josh Hader has added another remarkable milestone to an already historic career, becoming the hardest pitcher to hit over the past century among those with at least 500 career appearances.

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The most surprising player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season has been headlined by young players emerging, but some wily veterans have also had their day. As we head toward the end of the regular season, these 30 players stand out as the biggest surprises on their teams.

Milwaukee Brewers News / Milwaukee Brewers on SI / September 5

Josh Hader-Brewers Reunion? Former Milwaukee Star Sounds Open to Idea

One thing that is true about the Milwaukee Brewers is that they know how to build an elite bullpen. Right now, the Brewers have the third-best bullpen ERA in the league at 3.30 and just recently got JoJo Romero and Abner Uribe back into the mix and off the Injured List.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / September 5

Astros’ Josh Hader gets 100% real on elite performance since injury return

Josh Hader has been nothing short of automatic for the Houston Astros since returning from a biceps injury that cost him the first two months of the season, and he broke down how he got there in a sit-down interview with MLB Network.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 3

Astros' Josh Hader Earns AL Pitcher of the Month for 9th Time

Josh Hader earned the AL Reliever of the Month award for August, not allowing a run all month long. It was Hader’s ninth reliever of the month award and third while pitching for the Houston Astros.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / September 2

These Two Astros Stars Are Dominating Despite Team’s Average Record

The Houston Astros lost again Tuesday night against the Chicago White Sox at Daikin Park, giving them a 70-69 record going into game three of the series on Wednesday.

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The most disappointing player from every MLB team for the 2026 season

The 2026 season hasn't gone as planned for many MLB players. These 30 players stand out as the biggest disappointments for their respective teams.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 20

Josh Hader reveals Astrps’ eye-popping fantasy football buy-in

One has to have a little deeper pocket to join the Houston Astros’ fantasy football league. Houston star closer Josh Hader, who signed a five-year, $95 million contract with the Astros in 2024, recently talked about the Astros’ league and even revealed the buy-in price during an appearance on Foul Territory.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / August 7

Will Astros’ Will Josh Hader throw multiple innings this season amid AL West push?

For a short while, some thought the Houston Astros would trade Josh Hader. Instead, the Astros are attempting to win the AL West, and manager Joe Espada detailed whether they would allow their star reliever to throw multiple innings this season, according to Chandler Rome of The Athletic.

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MLB News / Field Level Media / August 1

Astros cling to 1-run lead, hold off Rangers in division tilt

Josh Hader moved into fifth place in franchise history with his 77th save, and the Houston Astros extended their lead in the American League West over the visiting Texas Rangers with a 5-4 victory on Saturday.

MLB News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 22

Phillies named best Josh Hader trade fit if Astros move him

The Philadelphia Phillies have been one of the most impressive teams this season, considering they began the campaign off to an incredibly cold start. With the club jockeying for first place in the NL East, the front office has an opportunity to land a big fish via trade before the August 3 deadline.

Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / June 2

Astros get significant bullpen boost with return of six-time All-Star

The 32-year-old was diagnosed with left bicep tendinitis and has yet to make his debut this season.

Brewers' Jacob Misiorowski finishes May with a bang vs. Astros

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Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 2

Astros to activate closer Josh Hader from IL

The Houston Astros will activate closer Josh Hader from the 60-day injured list on Tuesday, manager Joe Espada said on a local radio broadcast. The veteran left-hander is expected to be available for the opener of a three-game series Tuesday night against the visiting Pittsburgh Pirates.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / May 28

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. Astros beat writer Chandler Rome of The Athletic reported that Hader will pitch for Triple-A Sugar Land on Wednesday and Thursday, which should mark the final step before Houston activates him from the 60-day injured list.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / March 11

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 / 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 / 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).

MLB News / Yardbarker / March 4

Five most impactful injuries heading into Opening Day

Let's take a look at five injured players whose absences could make the biggest impact.

Orioles have a Gunnar Henderson contract problem

Orioles RHP Andrew Kittredge (shoulder) likely to miss Opening Day

Report: Baltimore Orioles reliever possibly to start season on the IL

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Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 28

Josh Hader Still Uncertain For Astros’ Opening Day Roster

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Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 12, 2025

Who might Astros rely on with top reliever on injured list?

With the news that ace reliever Josh Hader is on the 15-day injured list due to a left shoulder strain, the Houston Astros must take on a "next-man-up" mentality in the next few weeks.

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