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MLB: Bullpen roars back! Astros activate star closer Josh Hader after injury

The Houston Astros bullpen just got a major boost with the return of Josh Hader.

Smith has tiebreaking 2-run triple in 8th to help the Astros beat the Pirates 11-9

Cam Smith hit a tiebreaking two-run triple to cap Houston’s six-run eighth inning, Isaac Paredes homered and the Astros overcame a five-run deficit to beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 11-9 on Wednesday night.

Astros throw no-hitter vs. Rangers: Three pitchers combine for MLB's first no-no since 2024

Major League Baseball has its first no-hitter in 629 days. Tatsuya Imai and two Houston Astros relievers no-hit the Texas Rangers at Globe Life Field on Monday night (HOU 9, TEX 0). It is baseball's first no-hitter since Shota Imanaga and two Chicago Cubs relievers no-hit the Pittsburgh Pirates on Sept.

Former Astros and Giants catcher Mark Bailey died at 64

A 64-year-old who caught for the Astros and Giants before returning to Houston as a coach succumbed to cancer.

Astros activate closer Josh Hader, offering more stabilization in the bullpen

Hader hasn't pitched in the majors this season after suffering a biceps injury during an offseason throwing session.
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No-hitter! Astros combine to end MLB drought dating to 2024

Based on how Astros starter Tatsuya Imai began Monday’s game against the Rangers, a no-hitter seemed to be as far-fetched as Santa making an appearance in May. It turns out magical things can happen on other holidays,

Bryan Abreu's 12.54 ERA Has Worn Out His Welcome With the Astros

It's time to cut Bryan Abreu loose. Once a Houston Astros viable and most dependable arm out of the bullpen, Abreu has become the team's most reliable liability.