Lance McCullers Jr. will start at home for the Astros for the first time since 2022. He's looking to re-establish his identity on the mound in his comeback

The right-hander threw 3 2/3 scoreless innings, leaning on his sinker, changeup and curveball pitches, struggling with the command of his slider.

The Houston Astros finally got Lance McCullers Jr. back to the Major League mound. It was a long time coming for both parties after he last pitched in 2022 before making his long-awaited return on May 4.