The Astros pitcher, a Tampa native and former Jesuit High standout, received the threats after a poor start in May.

But it's even more meaningful for McCullers personally, considering what he's been through over the last few weeks and years.

The Houston Astros stayed red-hot on Wednesday afternoon, beating the Athletics 5-3 at Daikin Park. Houston came back from 3-2 in the seventh inning by posting ...