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Astros’ Josh Hader Diagnosed With Shoulder Capsule Sprain, To Miss at Least Three Weeks

Hader will seek a second medical opinion, leaving the Astros to lean on Bryan Abreu for closing duties during his absence.

NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 08: Josh Hader #71 of the Houston Astros pitches during the tenth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on August 08, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - AUGUST 08: Josh Hader #71 of the Houston Astros pitches during the game against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium on August 08, 2025 in the Bronx borough of New York City. (Photo by Ishika Samant/Getty Images)

Overview

  • Team doctors confirmed Hader has a left shoulder capsule sprain and will be shut down from throwing for approximately three weeks
  • Manager Joe Espada said Hader is pursuing a second opinion with potential surgery to be determined after reevaluation
  • ESPN insider Buster Olney cautioned that the timing and typical shutdown could sideline Hader for the remainder of the 2025 season
  • Setup man Bryan Abreu has been installed as the interim closer, recording a save in his first opportunity and posting a sub-2.00 ERA this year
  • Astros bolstered their bullpen by reinstating Shawn Dubin and recalling Colton Gordon; Hector Neris was designated for assignment and a reunion with Ryan Pressly has been ruled out