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Astros' Season Opener Derailed by Key Pitcher Injuries

1/26/2025

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The Houston Astros face a tough start to the season as pitchers Luis Garcia and Lance McCullers Jr. will miss Opening Day due to injuries. Garcia is recovering from Tommy John surgery, while McCullers is healing from a flexor tendon strain. Though both are throwing and could return soon, their prolonged absences cast a shadow of uncertainty over the team's pitching lineup.

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The Houston Astros face a tough start to the season as pitchers Luis Garcia and Lance McCullers Jr. will miss Opening Day due to injuries. Garcia is recovering from Tommy John surgery, while McCullers is healing from a flexor tendon strain. Though both are throwing and could return soon, their prolonged absences cast a shadow of uncertainty over the team's pitching lineup.