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Houston Astros'I think we're the best team in baseball': Lance McCullers Jr. drops bold claim after pitching gem in Astros return

The Houston Astros didn’t know what to expect from Lance McCullers on Saturday as he made his first start after nearly a year on the shelf. The former All-Star went above and beyond expectations, pitching a gem of a debut in what was a shutout 8-0 win over the Oakland Athletics. McCullers showed that he […]

Houston AstrosAstros get major Lance McCullers Jr update following Michael Brantley's injury

The Houston Astros received difficult news yesterday after it was announced Michael Brantley would miss the remainder of the 2022 season due to injury. But Houston fans received a positive update on Lance McCullers Jr on Saturday. The Astros announced that McCullers would be activated from the 60-day IL and will be starting against the Oakland […]

Houston AstrosAstros SP Lance McCullers gets massive injury update that should worry Yankees fans

The Houston Astros have closed the gap on the New York Yankees and tied them in the standings entering play Wednesday. Both clubs are now 71-40 on the season. Things appear to be getting even better for Houston. On Wednesday, news surfaced that veteran starter Lance McCullers is going to return to the rotation. He […]

Houston AstrosAstros pitcher Lance McCullers' rehab start doesn't go according to plan, prompting questions of call up

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers took the mound for the Triple-A Sugar Land Space Cowboys on Sunday. It was supposed to be a last-stop rehab start before a promotion to the big leagues. However, that may not be the case anymore. McCullers pitched five innings for the Space Cowboys but was roughed up by the […]

Houston AstrosAstros ace Lance McCullers' status for ALCS vs. Red Sox up in air after MRI

Lance McCullers was brilliant across two starts against the Chicago White Sox in the ALDS. He’s a big reason why the Houston Astros punched their ticket to the ALCS to face off against the Boston Red Sox. However, after being pulled early from his last start against the White Sox, McCullers might not be available […]

Houston AstrosReport: Lance McCullers Jr. gets 5-year, $85 million extension with Astros

The Houston Astros are hoping to solidify the future of their starting rotation. Mark Berman of KRIV was among those to report the Astros agreed to a five-year, $85 million contract extension with right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. MLB source: Lance McCullers Jr and the #Astros have reached an agreement on a five-year extension. So Lance […]

Houston AstrosLance McCullers fires back at report saying Astros wants to 'avenge' themselves against haters

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers said Wednesday the team does not have any sort of vendetta as their playoff journey continues. Andy Martino of SNY reported Astros players were “telling people behind the scenes” they were eager to “avenge” themselves against critics and doubters. McCullers called the report “fake news,” adding the Astros are motivated […]

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