Josh Hendrickson makes MLB debut for Houston Astros amid playoff race
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Last updated Sep 26, 2026
Josh Hendrickson made his MLB debut with the Houston Astros on September 23, 2026, against the Seattle Mariners. The 29-year-old left-hander was called up to join the team amid a tight AL West race after starter Cristian Javier sustained a groin injury. Hendrickson entered the game in the third inning with a one-run lead and managed to get out of a jam, facing eight hitters and striking out three. The Astros ultimately lost the game 6-5 in 10 innings, but Hendrickson's performance marked a significant milestone in his baseball career following years away from affiliated baseball.
- •Hendrickson was called up after Cristian Javier's injury.
- •He faced trouble with runners on base but escaped in the third inning.
- •The Astros have used 31 different pitchers this season.
- •Hendrickson's family attended his debut game.
- •The Astros remain tied atop the AL West.
- 2:29 AMYahoo Sports — Josh Hendrickson waited years for his MLB debut. Then came a playoff race with the Astros
"After years away from affiliated baseball, Australian left-hander Josh Hendrickson made his Houston Astros debut in a tight AL West race.
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