Lance McCullers Jr.
American baseball player; Houston Astros pitcher
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A professional baseball pitcher, played for the Houston Astros in Major League Baseball. Made his MLB debut in 2015 and was a key player during the Astros' 2017 World Series championship season. Known for a strong fastball and curveball combination, contributed significantly to the team's success in multiple playoff appearances.
Pitched for the Houston Astros in the 2017 World Series
Made his MLB debut in 2015
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