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Josh Hader to Start Season on Injured List for Astros

Astros closer Hader will officially open 2026 on the injured list, manager Joe Espada said. Hader threw his first bullpen of spring on Tuesday and felt good, but Houston’s recovery plan won’t have him ready for Opening Day, per Chandler Rome. The left-hander’s absence leaves a major early bullpen gap as the Astros begin the season without their All-Star closer.