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On YouTubeHouston Astros Closer Gives Lame Excuse For Latest Choke-Job
It's only early May, but Houston Astros closer Josh Hader already looks like one of the biggest free-agent busts of the offseason. The Astros' $95 million closer malfunctioned once again during a tight game on Sunday.
Josh Hader News / FanNation Fastball / May 5
You Don't Have to Like Josh Hader's Comments, But You Should Respect Them
You don't have to like the comments made this week by Houston Astros' reliever Josh Hader, but you should respect his honesty. First, understand the backstory: Hader threw two innings in the same outing on Tuesday for the Astros against the Cleveland Guardians.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / April 30
Houston Astros Reportedly Believe They Have Turned Their Season Around
The Houston Astros have had the worst start to their season imaginable as they entered the year with championship aspirations after losing in the American League Championship Series last October.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 29
Four reasons for the Houston Astros' struggles
The Houston Astros' disastrous start may be the most surprising storyline of the MLB season.
MLB News / Yardbarker / April 29
MLB rankings: The five most disappointing free-agent signings
Every Monday during the MLB season, Yardbarker unveils a list devoted to a MLB-related topic. This week, we're ranking the five free-agent signees of the offseason who have disappointed the most.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / April 16
Astros' Josh Hader is having a brutal start to the season
The Astros have to be questioning whether they have Josh Hader out there pitching for them right now or Bill Hader.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / April 15
Josh Hader Melts Down Again. Braves Over Astros 6-1 
Spencer Arrighetti improves in his second big-league start Losing this game makes me sick. And why are the Astros so bad at choosing free agents? Coming in, the Braves were the best-hitting team in baseball.
Houston Astros News / ClutchPoints / April 15
Astros’ $95 million Josh Hader signing already being questioned amid slow start
The Houston Astros put their depth to the test this offseason when they decided to consolidate their financial resources to bring in one of the best closers in the game in Josh Hader.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 8
No reason for Astros to panic about Josh Hader
Josh Hader has not had the start to his Houston Astros career that anyone would have hoped for. But it's not time to panic.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / April 4
Padres' Joe Musgrove takes shot at former teammate Josh Hader
One San Diego Padres player can sense a big difference now that Josh Hader is no longer their closer.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 3
The Houston Astros have a bullpen problem
The Houston Astros made one of the splashiest signings of the offseason when they brought in closer Josh Hader, but Hader can only do so much.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / March 29
Pitchers approaching career milestones in 2024
Justin Verlander, Max Scherzer, Kenley Jansen and Craig Kimbrel are among the pitchers who could hit big statistical milestones this summer.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / March 15
Houston Astros May Still Be Heavily Pursuing Free Agent Ace
The Houston Astros reportedly may not be done adding to their roster this offseason despite giving closer Josh Hader a five-year, $95 million deal earlier
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / March 15
Is Hader Really the Astros' Best Option for Closer?
The Houston Astros made one of the bigger splashes in the MLB free agency this winter when they signed relief pitcher Josh Hader to a five-year, $95 million contract.
MLB News / FanNation Inside The Rangers / February 11
TV Deal Dooms Rangers in Hader Pursuit
For most of the offseason, experts believed the Texas Rangers would end up with closer Josh Hader. There was logic to the belief. Hader was the best closer on the market.
MLB News / FanNation Inside The Padres / February 9
Josh Hader Gets Honest About Time With Padres, Not Going More Than 3 Outs
Former San Diego Padres closer Josh Hader signed a massive five-year, $95 million deal to land with the Houston Astros this winter. After spending the last year and a half with the Padres, Hader entered free agency and got the big deal he was looking for.
Houston Astros News / ClutchPoints / February 8
Astros’ Josh Hader gets real on signing with Houston
The Houston Astros and star closer Josh Hader previously agreed to a $95 million contract in MLB free agency. Hader explained his decision to sign with Houston during a recent appearance on Foul Territory.
Houston Astros News / FanNation Inside The Astros / January 31
Hader Reveals What Drew Him to Astros
Josh Hader was a free agent for the first time in his career this offseason. As the best closer in baseball, he could have gone almost anywhere he wanted.
MLB News / WI Sports Heroics / January 19
Josh Hader agrees to massive deal with Astros
When the Milwaukee Brewers traded Josh Hader in 2022, it was easily one of the most unpopular moves in the history of the franchise.
MLB News / Bluejaysnation / January 19
An American League rival got stronger, as the Houston Astros have signed Josh Hader
It finally looks like the Major League Baseball off-season is heating up.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 18
Report: Astros targeting MLB's best closer who is seeking record contract
The 29-year-old posted a 1.28 ERA for the San Diego Padres last season, making his fifth All-Star team while collecting 33 saves.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 18
Astros 'making a push' to sign top free-agent closer
Over 349 career appearances dating back to his 2017 debut, he has allowed just 2.50 earned runs per nine innings.
San Diego Padres News / FanNation Inside The Padres / January 2
AL Powerhouse Tabbed 'Ideal' Free Agent Spot for Josh Hader
One of the best free agents left on the open market is former San Diego Padres closer Josh Hader. Hader had a great year with San Diego in 2023 and is in line for a massive payday this offseason.
San Diego Padres News / FanNation Inside The Padres / December 29
Padres Free Agent Reliever Josh Hader Looking for Record-Breaking Contract
Although many top free agents have found new homes, many top players are still available on the market. One who may find a new home soon is San Diego Padres close Josh Hader. Hader spent the last season and a half with the Friars and continued his stellar play in Southern California.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / December 12
Dodgers pursuing five-time All-Star closer
The Los Angeles Dodgers are committed to adding more players this offseason beyond just Shohei Ohtani.
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