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  • Deadspin

    Healthy Carlos Rodon set for '24 debut as Yanks face Astros

    While the game situation wasn't necessarily ideal for new Houston closer Josh Hader to make his Astros debut, his performance most certainly made a favorable impression. Hader, the Astros' notable free-agent acquisition this offseason, struck out the side on 13 pitches in the ninth inning of a 5-4 home loss to the New York Yankees on Opening Day Thursday. The teams resume their four-game series Friday night, with New York left-hander Carlos Rodon opposing Houston right-hander Cristian Javier. Hader threw nine sinkers and four sliders while dispatching Giancarlo Stanton, Anthony Rizzo and Anthony Volpe.