McCullers' Gem: Astros Win Streak Continues

On March 31st, Astros pitcher Lance McCulloch Jr. just dropped a gem against the Red Sox,

going seven strong innings while allowing just one run on, four hits and striking out

nine and an eight to one victory.

It was his longest start in more than three years since September 21st, 2022, and came

on just 96 pitches with.

Sixty, three strikes.

The Astros needed that length early, as their first four starters couldn't make it through

six innings against the Angels over the weekend, putting.

Real pressure on the bullpen.

McCulloch's pumped his fists off the mound to a standing ovation from the Dycan Park

crowd, tipping his cap in thanks.

The win Mark Houston's third straight, boosted by home runs from Jordan Alvarez, rookie

Bryce Matthews, and Jose Altuve, who had four hits including.

His first two long balls of the season.

This performance caps a healthy offseason for McCulloch's.

His first in five years after a rough 2024 were injuries limited him to 55 and a third

innings with a 6.51 ERA across 16 games.

Now in the final year of his five year, $85 million deal, he's looking to lock down

his spot and build momentum for the long haul with Houston.

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