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Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. says he's ready to return to majors
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Houston Astros RHP Lance McCullers Jr. off IL, dominates in season debut vs. Oakland Athletics - ESPN
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Breaking Down Houston Astros Pitching Prospects as MLB Opening Day Looms - Sports Illustrated Inside The Astros
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Houston Astros: Surgery shelves Lance McCullers Jr. for season
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Lance McCullers open to long-term contract with Astros: 'No other place I want to play
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Astros set rotation for first series of 2021
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Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. had flexor tendon setback during lockout - ESPN
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Lance McCullers Jr. Astros return
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ALCS: Houston Astros Rely on Their Bullpen to Carry the Team - The New York Times