Overview

• The Astros placed their six-time All-Star closer on the 15-day injured list retroactive to Aug. 11 due to a left shoulder strain.
• Manager Joe Espada said Hader is pursuing a second medical opinion and expects his absence to extend beyond the minimum two-week IL period.
• Houston reinstated RHP Shawn Dubin, recalled LHP Colton Gordon and designated RHP Hector Neris for assignment to bolster bullpen depth.
• Setup man Bryan Abreu is the leading internal candidate for primary closing duties while the team evaluates late-inning matchups.
• Hader’s first career IL stint arrives at a pivotal juncture as the Astros remain tied with Seattle atop the AL West race.