Bryan Abreu most likely to step in for Hader
Aug 13 2025
AMERICAN LEAGUE
Houston Astros
NEWS: LHP Josh Hader was placed on the 15-day IL with a left shoulder strain and LHP Colton Gordon was recalled from Triple-A.
IMPACT: High
BHQ SPIN: Hader, one of the most reliable closers in recent years, wasn’t available to pitch on Monday night, and was placed on the IL Tuesday. As mentioned in today’s Big Hurt column, there is no stated timetable for his return. RHP Bryan Abreu would seem like the natural next-man-up for Astros saves, as he’s having another stellar season (1.67 ERA/1.04 WHIP with 79 K in 54 IP) and leads the AL in Holds with 25. LHP Bennett Sousa could also be a consideration, as he picked up the save on Monday and is second on the club after Hader with four total, but does...
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