After a difficult first start following his return from the injured list, McCullers became the target of death threats – not just against himself, but his family as well. This alarming incident sparked a serious discussion on the Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast about the increasingly toxic relationship between some fans and players.

The Houston Astros dropped a game on Saturday, 12-9, to the Cincinnati Reds. It was a poor showing for starting pitcher Lance McCullers Jr. as he gave up seven runs in 0.1 innings of work. McCullers Jr.

Lance McCullers Jr. and his family received death threats amid his tough start on the mound for the Astros on Saturday.