Astros all-star closer Josh Hader shut down for 3 weeks
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Astros manager Joe Espada said placing All-Star closer Josh Hader on the 15-day injured list with a left shoulder strain Tuesday was a “punch in the gut,” though the club still doesn’t know the severity of the injury or how long he will be sidelined.
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Sporting News on MSNAstros writer concerned about Joe Espada's bullpen plan amid Josh Hader's injury
For Jordan Campbell of Climbing Tal's Hill, the plan laid out by manager Joe Espada is a concerning one. Espada, in a piece from Chandler Rome of The Athletic, hinted at the solution consisting of multiple players getting a chance to close games.
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Fantasy Baseball Waiver Wire: Bryan Abreu is a must-add for saves with Josh Hader injured for Astros
There is an abundance of riches in the outfield right now, as most fantasy baseball managers will be able to find multiple outfielders on the waiver wire who can be streamed into their lineup. There is also a surprising source of infield production and a couple hurlers who can make a big difference.
Note: "Pecking order" refers to rosterability in Fantasy and not necessarily who's first in line for saves (though it's usually one and the same). Wait, isn't Bryan Abreu the headliner of this article?