HOUSTON – Houston Astros All-Star closer Josh Hader said he hopes to pitch again in 2025, even if it means in the postseason, after being shut down because of a left shoulder issue.

Hader will not throw for three weeks after being diagnosed with a left capsule shoulder strain Friday. He will fill that time with rest and strengthening exercises and be re-evaluated to see if he can resume a throwing program.

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