Astros’ Josh Hader Sidelined with Shoulder Discomfort, Tests Pending
Josh Hader is sidelined with shoulder discomfort and awaiting tests as the Houston Astros medical team evaluates his condition before determining a return timeline.
- All-Star closer Josh Hader was unavailable Monday with shoulder discomfort during the Astros' 7-6 win over the Boston Red Sox.
- Astros manager Joe Espada said Hader didn’t feel right during plyometrics after Monday’s workout, prompting tests pending.
- On Monday, Hader threw a season-high 36 pitches in two innings against the New York Yankees, and tests are pending on his shoulder discomfort.
- Results are pending; the Astros medical team is awaiting testing results, with Espada not specifying which shoulder is affected, and more information expected tomorrow.
- With bullpen depth strained, the Astros failed to add relief arms at the Trade Deadline, but signed Enyel De Los Santos on Thursday.
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