Astros Rotation Hit Hard by McCullers Injury
Astros Rotation Hit Hard by McCullers Injury

Astros Rotation Hit Hard by McCullers Injury

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Houston Astros starter Lance McCullers Jr. was placed on the 15-day injured list with a right foot sprain following a freak weight room accident, shortly after returning from a two-year absence due to flexor tendon surgery. McCullers had a 4.91 ERA in seven starts this season. Rookie Ryan Gusto replaced him in the rotation, striking out eight over five innings against the Athletics but earning a no-decision. Jason Alexander was recalled from Triple-A and secured a win with a solid start versus his former team, the Athletics. The Astros continue to manage without key pitchers Ronel Blanco, Hayden Wesneski, Spencer Arrighetti, Luis Garcia, and Cristian Javier, relying on young and depth pitchers to stay competitive. Despite the pitching injuries, Houston remains atop the AL West, but their postseason chances hinge on their makeshift rotation's performance.

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