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Astros’ Lance McCullers reveals death threats aimed at him, family

Houston Astros starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. revealed that he had death threats directed at him and his family after a rough start on Saturday against the Cincinnati Reds.

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Today in Astros history - May 11

What happened today in team history? 1999 - Astros tie a club record The Houston Astros tied a then-club record for runs, beating Pittsburgh Pirates 19-8 in the Astrodome.

Lance McCullers News / Fastball on SI / May 11

Brady's Spin: What Happened to Houston Astros' Lance McCullers Has No Place in Sports

The Houston Astros lost on Saturday night to the Cincinnati Reds, falling 13-9 at Daikin Park. With the loss, the Astros are now 19-19 and in third place in the American League West.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 11

Astros RHP Lance McCullers Jr. gets death threats after loss

Houston Astros right-hander Lance McCullers Jr.'s rough outing on the mound on Saturday night turned uglier when he and his family received death threats over social media.

Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / May 11

Lance McCullers Jr. responds to Astros fans ‘threatening to murder’ his kids

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. on Saturday addressed the violent threats he and his family have received after his brutal outing against the Cincinnati Reds.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 10

Reds Blast Astros 13-9

Before we dive into the recap tonight, let’s make one thing crystal clear: The threats against Lance McCullers Jr. and his family following his start against the Reds are completely and entirely unacceptable.

Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 10

Astros fall to Reds after Jose Altuve injury, Lance McCullers Jr. struggles

Heading into their Saturday afternoon game against the Cincinnati Reds, the Houston Astros were putting things together. After losing five of their last

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Astros star leaves game vs. Reds due to injury

Astros veteran Jose Altuve began Saturday's game against the Reds at second base, but was pinch-hit for by Brendan Rodgers in the third inning.

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Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 10

Embattled Astros Veteran Has Horrid First Home Start in Almost Three Years

Hopes were high as Houston Astros starting pitcher took the home mound for the first time since October of 2022, but they were quickly dashed as he left after getting just one out.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 10

Injured Astros Star Clears First Significant Hurdle in Arm Surgery Recovery

The Houston Astros have leaned hard into the starting pitchers that they have, with Framber Valdez and Hunter Brown taking the lead. But those that follow the team know the staff is beat up.

Hayden Wesneski News / Field Level Media / May 10

Astros rotation adjusting again with RHP Hayden Wesneski on IL

Less than a week after getting starter Lance McCullers Jr. back from more than a two-year absence, the Houston Astros are going through another change in their rotation after Hayden Wesneski was placed on the injured list.

Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / May 10

Houston Astros Legend Reaches Historic Milestone During Victory Over Reds

The Houston Astros have gotten a front-row seat to watch the career of a future Hall of Fame talent for 15 years now. From the early stages of Jose Altuve's

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The Houston Astros have had a lot of issues to overcome with their lineup thus far in the 2025 MLB regular season. Expected key contributors, such as first baseman Christian Walker and catcher Yainer Diaz, have fallen woefully short of expectations.

Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / May 10

Today in Astros history - May 6

What happened today in team history? 1979 - New ownership With the purchase of the team, the Houston Astros have their sixth new owner in their franchise’s history, being bought from Ford Motor Company by shipping giant Dr.

MLB News / Houston Astros on SI / May 10

Astros Pitcher Owns Singular Accomplish Against Seattle Mariners This Season

Houston Astros starting pitcher Hayden Wesneski has had an up-and-down start to his tenure with the team. He was one of the players whom the Astros acquired from the Chicago Cubs in the Kyle Tucker blockbuster trade this offseason.

Houston Astros News / Field Level Media / May 10

Lance McCullers Jr. back in the saddle for Astros vs. Reds

Astros right-hander Hunter Brown fell just one out shy of logging at least six innings for the eighth time this season in a 3-0 win Friday night over the Cincinnati Reds.

Hunter Brown News / Crawfish Boxes / May 10

Hunter Brown Throws 5 2⁄3 Scoreless Innings, Astros Pick Up First Win Against Reds Since 2016

For one reason or another, the Reds have given the Astros fits for the past 13 years. I suppose we can count that as payback for Roy Oswalt dominating them for the better part of a decade.

Cristian Javier News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 9

Astros’ Cristian Javier takes important step towards return from Tommy John

Cristian Javier experienced arm discomfort in the middle of the 2024 season and ended up suffering an elbow injury that led to Tommy John surgery. Since then, the Houston Astros’ starting pitcher has been going through rehabbing his elbow to get back on the mound.

Jose Altuve News / Athlon Sports / May 9

Astros Facing Jose Altuve Decision After Latest Ranking

The baseball outfield is an unforgiving place, and it's not for everyone. Especially not a star infielder like former Astros second baseman Jose Altuve.

Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 9

How loss of veteran pitcher affects Astros

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Yordan Alvarez News / Athlon Sports / May 7

Astros' Yordan Alvarez Dodges Bullet With Recent MRI Update

Baseball is an enduring sport, and over the course of an MLB season, ailments and injuries are bound to surface. After dealing with hand issues last weekend, Houston Astros designated hitter Yordan Alvarez subsequently landed on the 10-day IL.

Yordan Alvarez News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 5

Astros place key slugger on injured list

It’s unclear how much time the Astros expect him to miss, but he wasn’t immediately placed on the IL, so perhaps they just want to give him a bit of a rest.

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