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Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / December 10
Milwaukee Brewers: Latest Freddy Peralta trade rumors include six contenders, but point to 2026 return
One of the biggest stories to watch in Major League Baseball this offseason is the immediate future of Milwaukee Brewers pitcher Freddy Peralta. A two-time All-Star, Peralta is coming off his best Major League season after going 17-6 with a 2.70 ERA.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 27
Astros Relief Duo Projected to Put Together an Outstanding 2026 Campaign
The Houston Astros have an immensely impressive group of arms on their pitching staff heading into 2026, and their bullpen is one of the core elements that could make or break their roster next year.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / November 26
Astros Closer States Everything 'Status Quo' Regarding His Shoulder Injury Recovery
The Houston Astros were put in an impossible situation throughout their 2025 season, with injuries piling up to the extent that nearly 70% of their starters ended up missing some sort of time throughout the year.
The 'Active MLB home run leaders' quiz
How many of the most prolific power hitters in baseball today can you name in 5 minutes?
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / November 25
Do the Astros Need a Backup Plan for Josh Hader? 
In the midst of yet another terrific season in which he was 6-2 with a 2.05 ERA and 28 Saves, Josh Hader’s season came to a screeching halt. It was a Friday night, August 8th, in the Bronx, where Hader had just gone 2 innings and earned his 6th win of the season against the New York Yankees.
25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026
The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / November 25
Josh Hader 'back to normal' after season-ending shoulder injury
The Houston Astros played the final two months of the 2025 season without their star closer. Josh Hader suffered an ill-timed capsule sprain in his throwing shoulder a couple weeks into August.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / September 15
Astros Announce Josh Hader News Before Rangers Game
The Houston Astros couldn't be in a more high-stress situation with two weeks left in the season. Not only are they just two games ahead of the Texas Rangers for the third and final AL wild card spot, but their star closer is injured.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 9
Astros Facing Decision After Unfortunate Josh Hader Update
The Houston Astros have been hit with multiple injuries throughout the regular season, with Josh Hader’s absence being one of the most impactful as the playoffs approach.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / September 2
Astros Announce Josh Hader Update Before Yankees Game
The Houston Astros bullpen took a massive hit in mid-August when six-time All-Star closer Josh Hader went down with a left shoulder capsule strain, landing on the 15-day injured list.
Can the Yankees Count on Devin Williams in Big Moments?
The New York Yankees had quiet an eventful offseason. Superstar Juan Soto left to play across town, but the Yankees did not sit on their hands. They added several veterans, including Max Fried, Cody Bellinger, Paul Goldschmidt, and Devin Williams.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / August 21
Report: Astros Signing Veteran All-Star Reliever
The Houston Astros bullpen has struggled recently, especially with the shoulder capsule injury to All-Star closer Josh Hader. But it got a boost on Thursday
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 21
Astros sign nine-time All-Star closer
The Astros are in agreement with Craig Kimbrel on a major league contract.
Milwaukee Brewers News / WI Sports Heroics / August 17
Former Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader likely out remainder of 2025 season
Former Milwaukee Brewers closer Josh Hader had some incredible seasons with the team. With the organization, he was a three time NL Trevor Hoffman Reliever of the Year award winner, four time All-Star, he is second on the franchise’s all times saves list with 125, and across six seasons he posted a 2.48 ERA.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / August 16
Josh Hader injury news gets worse for Astros
The Houston Astros are facing the possibility of being without Josh Hader for at least the remainder of the regular season. Hader spoke to the media on Saturday and revealed more bad news about his shoulder injury.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 16
Astros LHP Josh Hader likely out for rest of regular season
Houston Astros closer Josh Hader told reporters Saturday he does not expect to pitch again in the regular season because of a left shoulder capsule strain but did not rule out a return for the playoffs.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 15
Astros closer Josh Hader (shoulder) shut down from throwing
Houston Astros closer Josh Hader was diagnosed with a left shoulder capsule strain and will not throw for approximately three weeks, the team said Friday.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / August 15
Astros announce rough injury news about Josh Hader
The Houston Astros on Friday announced some rough injury news surrounding Josh Hader. Hader has a left shoulder capsule sprain, the Astros announced. The relief pitcher will not throw for the next three weeks while trying to rehabilitate his injury.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / August 15
Astros closer diagnosed with shoulder capsule sprain
The Astros announced that closer Josh Hader has been diagnosed with a capsule sprain in his left shoulder.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 14
Astros Star Closer Josh Hader Seeks Second Opinion On Injured Shoulder
After a brutal 14-1 loss against the Boston Red Sox on Tuesday night, the absence of All-Star closer Josh Hader has been noticeable. As of yesterday, he was placed on the dreaded injured list for the first time in his career.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / August 13
3 Players Who Must Step Up for Astros With Star Closer Josh Hader Going on IL
Just as the Houston Astros started to build some momentum, they were once again hit with a significant injury. That has been the main storyline for the Astros this season, with multiple stars missing time.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 12
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.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / August 12
Astros' playoff push dealt significant blow
The Astros may be fighting for a playoff berth by the end of the season.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / August 12
Astros closer Josh Hader goes for tests on sore shoulder
Houston closer Josh Hader underwent testing on a sore shoulder that kept him out of the Astros' 7-6 win over the visiting Boston Red Sox on Monday. The ailment arose three days after Hader threw a season-high 36 pitches while getting a win as the Astros defeated the host Yankees 5-3 in 10 innings.
MLB News / Yardbarker / May 21, 2024
Checking in on the Padres' decision to not re-sign Josh Hader
Over the past few years, the Padres have been known for their flashy free agent signing and blockbuster trades. The front office has made it very clear that when a superstar is available to be acquired, they will be in on the bidding war.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16, 2024
Astros' Josh Hader is having a brutal start to the season
The Astros have to be questioning whether they have Josh Hader out there pitching for them right now or Bill Hader.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 8, 2024
No reason for Astros to panic about Josh Hader
Josh Hader has not had the start to his Houston Astros career that anyone would have hoped for. But it's not time to panic.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4, 2024
Padres' Joe Musgrove takes shot at former teammate Josh Hader
One San Diego Padres player can sense a big difference now that Josh Hader is no longer their closer.
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