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Josh Hader Lands on 15-Day IL With Left Shoulder Strain

Tests confirmed a left shoulder strain, prompting immediate roster changes to reshape Houston’s late-inning staff.

Aug 8, 2025; Bronx, New York, USA; Houston Astros relief pitcher Josh Hader (71) delivers a pitch during the ninth inning against the New York Yankees at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images
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Bennett Sousa, who picked up the save Monday, figures to be one of the relievers leaned on more with Astros closer Josh Hader on the injured list.
ATLANTA, GEORGIA - JULY 15: Josh Hader #71 of the Houston Astros walks across the field prior to the MLB All-Star Game at Truist Park on July 15, 2025 in Atlanta, Georgia.

Overview

  • Hader was placed on the 15-day injured list retroactive to Aug. 11 with a left shoulder strain, marking his first career IL stint.
  • The Astros reinstated RHP Shawn Dubin, recalled LHP Colton Gordon and designated RHP Hector Neris for assignment.
  • Manager Joe Espada declined to name a new closer, opting for matchup-based usage with Bryan Abreu viewed as the leading candidate for high-leverage work.
  • The injury followed a season-high 36-pitch, two-inning outing three days earlier against the Yankees, raising workload questions.
  • Further medical results and a rehabilitation timeline are pending as Houston leans on bullpen depth while holding a narrow lead in the AL West race.