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Astros' Lance McCullers Jr. emerges as true postseason ace - Sports Illustrated
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Lance McCullers update: Astros SP to undergoes surgery
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Astros, Lance McCullers Jr. in 'deep' contract extension talks
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Houston Astros: Lance McCullers Jr. shut down from throwing
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ALCS 2022: Houston Astros Lance McCullers Jr OK for Game 4 start after elbow cut from bottle
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Houston Astros: Delay Lance McCullers Jr.'s rehab bullpen session
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Houston Astros fans frustrated as pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. to undergo MRI after another injury setback: He just can't ever get healthy
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Lance McCullers Jr. sharp in final exhibition
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Photo shows severity of Lance McCullers' champagne injury