US EditionHouston pitcher McCullers receives death threats directed at his children after tough start
- Following a challenging outing on May 10, 2025, against the Cincinnati Reds at home, Astros’ right-hander Lance McCullers Jr. Reported receiving death threats online aimed at his children.
- These threats followed McCullers' poor performance, which involved allowing seven runs while recording just one out during his second start since the 2022 World Series, with the Astros losing 13-9.
- Manager Joe Espada publicly responded to the threats against McCullers and his children, confirming that both law enforcement in Houston and Major League Baseball's security teams had been informed.
- McCullers, who has missed several seasons due to injuries, revealed that facing threats directed not only at him but also at his children has been especially challenging while he works to regain his performance on the mound.
- The situation highlights the intense public scrutiny athletes face, especially during poor performances, and the need for decency, as McCullers emphasized that dealing with such threats is very unfortunate.
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Houston police to investigate threats made against Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and his family
HOUSTON (KIAH) — Police are investigating threats that were made on social media to Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. and his family following Saturday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds. McCullers Jr. said he received death threats to him and his children following Houston’s 13-9 loss to the Reds, in which he allowed seven runs in the first inning. “I understand people are very passionate and people love the Astros and love sports, but…
MLB pitcher faces death threats after poor outing
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Sports fandom has always had its passionate side, but the digital age has enabled a disturbing trend that crossed into dangerous territory for Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. last week.
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