Lance McCullers Jr. News

Lance McCullers Jr. Eyes a Healthy 2026 Season With Astros

Had the Houston Astros been able to clinch just one more victory this season for 88 wins, they would have landed a spot in the playoffs. Unfortunately, their 87-75 overall record wasn't enough.

Could Astros Move On From Lance McCullers Jr. This Offseason After Latest Injury?

Lance McCullers Jr. finally returned to the major league mound for the Houston Astros, but it hasn't been the comeback anyone had hoped for. The former ace of this staff suffered numerous setbacks while recovering from his procedures to repair the flexor tendon in his pitching arm and remove a bone spur in his elbow.

Houston Astros Recall Colton Gordon As Lance McCullers Jr. Hits Injured List

The injury bug continues to bite the Houston Astros during the 2025 season. Coming into Friday, the Astros had nine pitchers on the injured list, including closer Josh Hader and starters Luis Garcia, Hayden Wesneski, Ronal Blanco and more.

25 MLB players on the brink of stardom in 2026

The stars were out in full force during the 2025 World Series. From Max Scherzer in Toronto to Freddie Freeman, Mookie Betts, and of course, Shohei Ohtani, in Los Angeles, there was no shortage of the game's best under the brightest lights.

Astros Star Lance McCullers Jr. Likely Will Remain in Bullpen During Playoffs

The Houston Astros will attempt to make another deep run this October in a weak American League, which is very much wide open and could be ripe for the taking.

Astros RHP Lance McCullers Jr. makes 'short term' move to bullpen

Houston Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. will be available to work out of the bullpen in the "short term," manager Joe Espada said prior to Thursday's game against the Colorado Rockies.

Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. drops ‘frustrating’ admission amid struggles

The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era

America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.

Astros Star Struggles in Return but Feels He's 'Not Super Far Away' From Improving

On Friday, the Houston Astros got a key member of their rotation back when Lance McCullers Jr. was activated off the injured list. He was the first of

Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. set for return vs. Orioles

Bend don’t break. The Houston Astros (70-58) have lived these words for much of the last month. They were swept on their home field versus the Athletics and dropped a three-game set to the Boston Red Sox in Fenway Park before winning six of their next nine games.

Astros GM Dana Brown gives Lance McCullers Jr., Luis Garcia return updates

As Houston Astros star Yordan Alvarez takes a big step in his injury recovery, he’s not alone, as pitchers Lance McCullers Jr. and Luis Garcia have also received updates.

Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. nearing return?

After a shaky few starts, McCullers is looking better in Triple-A as he gears towards a major league return.

Is Astros Starter Lance McCullers Jr. Ready to Make Return to Houston?

The Houston Astros dropped a major game against the Baltimore Orioles on Friday night. The Orioles claimed victory 7-0, leaving the Astros in the dust.

How Astros Lance McCullers Jr. pitched in possible final rehab start

At long last, Lance McCullers Jr. may finally be nearing his return to the big-league mound — though his role when he gets there is still up for debate.

Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. making rehab start after latest injury

In what’s unfortunately an all-too-familiar sight for Houston Astros fans, Lance McCullers Jr is on the road to recovery again. A few days ago, the right-handed pitcher was sent to the injured list due to a blister on his hand.

Astros Manager Joe Espada Provides Updates on Pitchers, Including Lance McCullers Jr.

The Houston Astros received some excellent news on Wednesday when it was revealed that Spencer Arrighetti will be returning to the mound to start against the Miami Marlins for their game that night.

Astros RHP Lance McCullers Jr. back on IL with finger blister

Houston Astros right-handed pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. was placed back on the injured list Tuesday, retroactive to Sunday, with a right finger blister.

Astros place righty starter on IL for third time this season

The veteran righty is now dealing with a blister. Reliever Nick Hernandez is up from Triple-A Sugar Land to take the vacated active roster spot.

Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. looks to 'reset' vs. Dodgers

Almost all of the faces are new but there still will be plenty of venom from Los Angeles Dodgers fans when the Houston Astros pay a visit for a three-game series starting Friday.

Astros activate RHP Lance McCullers Jr. to face Cubs

The Houston Astros activated right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. from the injured list to start Saturday's home game against the Chicago Cubs and optioned right-hander Nick Hernandez to Triple-A Sugar Land.

Astros Announce Lance McCullers Jr. News After Twins Sweep

Fresh off a weekend sweep of the Minnesota Twins, the Houston Astros will be without one of their key starting pitchers to begin a three-game set with the Athletics.  The Astros have scratched right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.

Lance McCullers Jr. speaks out after identity of fan who threatened his family was revealed

Lance McCullers Jr. sounds more than ready to move on. The Houston Astros pitcher received death threats from a disgruntled fan following McCullers’ poor outing last month against the Cincinnati Reds.

Police Uncover ‘Overseas Resident’ as Source of Death Threats to Astros Pitcher Lance McCullers Jr.

The MLB was left stunned after death threats were sent to Lance McCullers Jr. The Houston Astros pitcher, who recently returned to action, received some vile comments.