Astros' McCullers Jr. Throws 8 Pitches in Encouraging Debut

McCullers, coming off a difficult 2025 season marked by sub-91 MPH fastballs, threw a four-seamer clocked at 93.2 MPH on Friday. This return of power pitching allowed him to get quick outs, marking a significant step forward for the struggling right-hander.

The encouraging eight-pitch outing provides hope that McCullers can reclaim his role in the Astros' rotation, alleviating concerns about his command and effectiveness against major league hitters.