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McCullers goes 6 shutout innings in return, Astros down A's
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Houston Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. excited for first rehab game on Friday
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Astros update refines return timetable for Lance McCullers - SportsMap
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Lance McCullers never stood a chance after heckling from Phillies fans
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Lance McCullers Jr. - Wikipedia
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Lance McCullers Jr. drops truth bomb on Astros' status as a dynasty
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Lance McCullers Jr. out for 2023 season
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Astros' Lance McCullers Jr.: 'Mixed' emotions after forearm surgery
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Lance McCullers Jr. Astros return
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Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. will undergo surgery, knocking him out for 2023 season, team says
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Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. 'behind' in recovery from forearm injury