Houston Astros pitcher Lance McCullers Jr., a two-time World Series champion, was threatened online following a poor performance against the Cincinnati Reds. After allowing seven runs in under an inning, McCullers revealed that he received death threats aimed not only at him but also at his children. Despite understanding fans' passion, McCullers expressed that these threats were particularly distressing as a father. The Astros organization reported the threats to authorities, with manager Joe Espada also voicing concern over the situation.
I understand people are very passionate and people love the Astros and love sports, but threatening to find my kids and murder them is a little bit tough to deal with.
Astros manager Joe Espada was visibly upset regarding the threats to McCuller's family while adding that there also were threats to his pitcher's life.
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