Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Lance McCullers Jr. suffered a fingernail injury (portion popped off right index finger) during a start against the Dodgers on May 6, 2026, causing him to struggle with control and allowing 6 earned runs in 2.2 innings. Despite initial uncertainty about his availability, he returned to make his next start against the Mariners on May 14, posting a 6.86 ERA through 8 starts with a 2-3 record. McCullers has been historically injury-prone and is currently underperforming significantly, allowing 3+ earned runs in 6 of his last 7 starts. The Astros are considering moving him out of the rotation as the pitching staff deals with multiple injuries.
Strengths
- + Completed bullpen session without issue after finger injury
- + Able to return to action and make next start against Mariners
- + Posted 5.1 innings with 6 strikeouts in May 14 start
- + Strong debut performance (7 innings, 9 strikeouts vs Red Sox on March 30)
Injury Status: day-to-day
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Lance McCullers Jr. is a sp for the Houston Astros.
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Recent News
Jason Alexander threw six shutout innings in a win over the Twins on Tuesday, allowing four hits and one walk while striking out four.
May 19, 2026
Astros Place Lance McCullers Jr. On Injured List
May 19, 2026
Astros scratch Lance McCullers Jr., place starting pitcher on 15-day IL due to right shoulder inflammation
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Astros Roster Moves: McCullers to IL; Meyers, Pearson Activated
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Lance McCullers Jr. was scratched from Tuesday's start against the Twins with shoulder inflammation.
May 19, 2026