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MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 12
Astros' Cristian Javier takes big step in injury recovery
Right-hander Cristian Javier took a big step towards returning to the Astros rotation today when he began a rehab assignment, as relayed by Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / July 12
Astros Franchise Legend Has Become Liability Since Return From Recent Injury
One of the best feel-good stories of the 2025 MLB campaign thus far was the return of Houston Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. to the mound back in May.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / July 12
Lance McCullers Jr. Struggles, Astros Lose 7-3 To Rangers 
Since returning from the IL in June, Lance McCullers Jr. hasn’t pitched particularly well. Even in his start against the Dodgers, it took a few innings before he settled into a groove.
The 'No. 1 overall MLB Draft picks' quiz
MLB has been holding its annual draft since 1965. Over that period, many of the No. 1 overall selections have gone on to have illustrious careers, while others have been complete busts. How many of them can you name in six minutes?
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / July 4
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.
25 MLB players who might be fantasy league winners in the second half
It's crunch time for fantasy baseball managers as we head into the final two months of the regular season. These 25 players could make all the difference as pickups or acquisitions for fantasy rosters.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / June 29
Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. accepts NL Central woes with ‘daddy’ claim
The Houston Astros welcomed back Lance McCullers Jr. on Saturday night after a 17-day absence due to a foot injury, but his return didn’t go as hoped. The right-hander struggled in his outing, giving up eight runs over just 3 1/3 innings in a disappointing 12-3 loss to the Chicago Cubs.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / June 29
Lance McCullers Jr. Struggles, Astros Blown Out By Cubs 12-3
For a second time this season, an NL Central opponent has been a massive pain for Lance McCullers Jr. and the Astros. This time, it was the Cubs, like the Reds before them, to hang a crooked number on the right-hander in one inning en route to a blowout win over Houston.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 28
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.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 26
Astros Skipper Says Lance McCullers Jr. Could Return Saturday
The Houston Astros have managed to put together an impressive run of baseball lately, and despite missing quite a few starting pitchers, have had some strong performances in the last month or so.
Houston Astros News / Athlon Sports / June 16
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.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 4
Astros Star Pitcher Isn't Sure if This One Aspect of His Game Will Ever Come Back
The Houston Astros got Lance McCullers Jr. back at the perfect time. While it took some time for the former ace to return following the surgery to repair his flexor tendon and remove bone spurs in his elbow -- more than two seasons since he pitched in a Major League Baseball game -- it seems like the wait was worth it.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / June 4
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.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / June 3
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. beats Pirates for first win since '22
Isaac Paredes and Christian Walker homered as Lance McCullers Jr. outdueled Paul Skenes, helping the Houston Astros defeat the host Pittsburgh Pirates 3-0 on Tuesday night.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / June 3
Houston Police Uncover Person Behind Death Threats Against Astros Star
Death threats against Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. led to a three-week investigation that has uncovered the person behind the threats. But, there’s a twist.
Houston Astros News / FirstSportz / June 3
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.
Houston Astros News / Pro Football Talk / June 2
Death threats to Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. came from "overseas" resident
The combination of social media and legalized betting have created some distinctly antisocial outcomes. The latest high-profile example happened in Major League Baseball.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / June 2
Suspect behind death threats against Lance McCullers Jr. has been revealed
The individual who allegedly made death threats against Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and his family has been identified by police. Houston police revealed Monday that the threats against McCullers were made by an overseas gambler, via Matt Kawahara of the Houston Chronicle.
Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 30
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. hires security following threats
Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. hired 24-hour security for his family after receiving online death threats earlier this month. The Astros informed MLB security and Houston police after McCullers was threatened on social media following a 13-9 loss to the Cincinnati Reds on May 10.
Athletics News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28
Astros’ Lance McCullers Jr. hits important milestone for first time in 3 years
Houston Astros Lance McCullers Jr. spent two seasons recovering from flexor tendon surgery. Astros manager Joe Espada got McCullers back in his rotation on May 4.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 24
Astros Star Lance McCullers Jr. Starting to Look Like Vintage Version of Himself
The Houston Astros earned an impressive victory over the Seattle Mariners in the first game of a big series against their first-place divisional rival.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 4
Lance McCullers Jr. reacts to pitching for 1st time since 2022
Lance McCullers Jr. didn’t earn a win or pitch deep into the game, but simply stepping on a big-league mound again was a victory in itself. After 915 days sidelined by arm injuries and setbacks, McCullers returned to action for the Houston Astros on Sunday in a rain-shortened 5–4 loss to the Chicago White Sox.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 30
Astros one-time All-Star pitcher breaks silence on long-awaited return
Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. hasn't played since Game 3 of the 2022 World Series.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / April 30
Astros pitcher who hasn't started since 2022 World Series set to return
The long road to recovery is nearing an end for Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / March 18
Astros pitcher reaches significant milestone in return from multiyear injury absence
On Tuesday, Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. hit a significant milestone in his recovery from a two-year absence as he returned to the mound for the first time in 868 days.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 9, 2024
Astros pause throwing program for Lance McCullers Jr.
Lance McCullers Jr.’s return from last year’s flexor surgery hit a snag.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / October 18, 2020
Astros' Lance McCullers Jr.: 'We weren't on a revenge tour'
Houston spent the entire season as baseball's biggest villain after being outed for cheating en route to a 2017 World Series title. However, the 2020 campaign wasn't about getting revenge on the critics — at least according to Lance McCullers Jr.
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