The pitcher, making just his second start since Game 3 of the 2022 World Series, allowed seven runs while getting just one out in Houston’s 13-9 loss.

Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. received threats on social media against his family and himself after his start on Saturday, McCullers and manager Joe Espada said. The Astros have notified HPD and MLB security,

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. McCullers started the home game against the Cincinnati Reds but got pulled in the first inning after allowing seven runs on three hits and three walks on 36 pitches.