MLB Houston Astros Josh Hader

Josh

Hader

Houston Astros

Houston Astros rebound from 11 games under .500 and win AL West despite finishing 81-81

The Houston Astros dropped 11 games under .500. They got rid of their general manager in August. They failed to finish with a winning record. And they won the AL West for the fifth time in six years.

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Josh Hader

HOU Relief Pitcher #71

Josh Hader falls apart in 44-pitch outing
Josh Hader

HOU Relief Pitcher #71

Josh Hader converts 26th save against Royals
Josh Hader

HOU Relief Pitcher #71

Josh Hader makes short work of Phillies for save
Josh Hader

HOU Relief Pitcher #71

Josh Hader gives up run before earning 28th save
Josh Hader

HOU Relief Pitcher #71

Josh Hader perfect in earning 22nd save

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