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What Closer’s Latest Injury Means for the Houston Astros

While the Houston Astros continue to get healthier with the stretch run of the regular season in full swing, yet another injury has gotten in the way of their division crown hopes.

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The Bullpen Woes

Losing Josh Hader for any amount of time is a blow to the Astros. Plain and simple. This is a bullpen that was arguably short a quality reliever or two in the first place.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / August 7

Astros Sign Enyel De Los Santos To Major League Contract

The roster churn continues. Enyel De Los Santos will likely fill the last spot in the bullpen for the time being. How long will his tenure last? No idea.

MLB News / Bluebird Banter / July 22

This Record In Jays History: Jays Score 28 Runs In A Single Game

On July 22nd, 2022, the Toronto Blue Jays went 28-5 over the Boston Red Sox, pounding them for the most runs scored in Jays history. It was a punishing affair from the Jays, with every starter collecting at least 2 runs and an RBI, and the Jays collecting 5 HRs in the process.

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MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / July 7

Houston drops series opener to the Guardians; loses 7-5

After a fantastic road trip, the Astros return home and can’t get that same spark Returning home from a fantastic road trip where they went 5-1, the Houston Astros returned home to face the Cleveland Guardians and got the series started off with a loss, losing 7-5 on Monday at Daikin Park.

MLB News / Crawfish Boxes / June 28

Old Friends Visit, Astros Win 7-4 Over Cubs

It was a homecoming of sorts for Kyle Tucker and Ryan Pressly, as the Cubs are in town to play the Astros in a three-game weekend series. Two franchise legends and World Series champions returning, though in different uniforms.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 6

Astros take first away series since April; win 8-2

A season high in strikeouts for Framber and a career day for Melton After a near 3.5 hour delay, the Houston Astros and Pittsburgh Pirates finally played their game in PNC Park for the roughly 2,000 fans that stuck around and the Astros fans left happy.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 10

Reds Blast Astros 13-9

Before we dive into the recap tonight, let’s make one thing crystal clear: The threats against Lance McCullers Jr. and his family following his start against the Reds are completely and entirely unacceptable.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 5

Astros fall behind early, lose 5-1

Nine hits between the team only amounts to just one runs For the first time since 2005, the Houston Astros sent out an all right-handed lineup to face off against a righty pitcher, and it didn’t work.

Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / April 28

Astros Share Unfortunate Update on Former No. 1 Prospect

The Houston Astros activated right-handed reliever Kaleb Ort from the 15-day injured list, and placed a former top prospect back on the IL in a corresponding

MLB News / New Baseball Media / April 28

2025 Injury Report: Tyler Glasnow Leaves with Shoulder Injury

Los Angeles beat the Pirates 9-2 on April 27, as Ben Casparius helped piece together innings for the Dodgers. That was necessitated after Tyler Glasnow only lasted one inning against the team that drafted him.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / April 27

Astros activate Kaleb Ort, place Forrest Whitley on 15-day IL

The Astros activated right-hander Kaleb Ort from the 15-day injured list on Sunday and placed righty Forrest Whitley on the 15-day IL (retroactive to April 24) in the corresponding move.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 27

Former Houston Astros First-Round Pick Heading Back to Injured List

The return of this former Houston Astros first-round pick was short-lived. On Sunday, Julia Morales of Space City Home Network reported that the Astros moved relief pitcher Forrest Whitley to the 15-day injured list with a left knee sprain.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 21

Houston Astros Bullpen Finding Success Despite Unorthodox Gameplan

One of the strengths of the Houston Astros through their first 21 games of the season has been their bullpen. When playing as many low-scoring games as the Astros have, scoring three or fewer runs in 15 out of their 21 contests, it is imperative that the pitching staff is on their game to help give the team a chance to win.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 19

Houston Astros Boss Reveals Potential Timetable for Return of Key Relievers

The time for bullpen reinforcements for the Houston Astros could be as early as this weekend, manager Joe Espada revealed on Friday. Houston has been waiting for both Kaleb Ort and Forrest Whitley to be in position to come off the injured list.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 18

Former Houston Astros Reliever Delivers Fiery Message After Free Agent Spurning

The Houston Astros have gotten a surprisingly strong output from their stable of relief pitchers so far in 2025. What was seen as a possible weak point for the team beyond closer Josh Hader and setup man Bryan Abreu, this unit has delivered more than expected as the team ranks fourth in MLB with a bullpen ERA of 2.94.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / April 9

Astros Veteran Reliever Makes Short Injury Rehab Assignment Debut

The Houston Astros are in for a challenging season considering the talent they've lost due to trades and injuries. But that isn't a shock when you look at the big names who are no longer eligible—or worse—who are no longer with the club.

Boston Red Sox News / Boston Red Sox on SI / May 29, 2024

Ex-Red Sox Hurler Reportedly Lands With AL Rival After Three-Year Stint In Boston

The Boston Red Sox's pitching staff has exceeded everyone's expectations by hanging on to the third-best ERA among all of baseball at 3.27. On the opposite end of the spectrum, we find the Houston Astros sitting at a bottom-five ERA in the majors and desperately hoping to turn things around.

Baltimore Orioles News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 28, 2024

Astros Claim Kaleb Ort From Orioles

The Orioles announced that right-hander Kaleb Ort has been claimed off waivers by the Astros. There was no previous indication Ort was removed from Baltimore’s 40-man, so this move drops their count to 39.

Philadelphia Phillies News / MLB Trade Rumors / February 19, 2024

Phillies designate reliever for assignment

Since he still has one option year remaining, that makes him appealing as a depth arm who is potentially on the verge of a breakout.

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MLB News / Fastball on SI / December 2, 2023

Seattle Mariners Lose Intriguing Reliever to Miami Marlins in Waiver Claim

The Miami Marlins claimed reliever Kaleb Ort off waivers from the Seattle Mariners on Friday. Per Marlins' reporter Daniel Alvarez-Montes on social media: #Marlins claimed RHP Kaleb Ort off waivers from Seattle.