Lance McCullers Jr.'s winding journey brings him to potential Astros closeout game

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View in browser October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Access fall events, football and more local news. Subscribe Today. Good morning. Here are the top sports stories around Houston today: Photo: Karen Warren, Staff Photographer 'A weird journey' Lance McCullers Jr., the Astros' Game 3 starter in the ALDS, has evolved during his seven years in the majors and after last season's arm injury   Living the dream. David Hensley spent most of the year in Sugar Land but has made an impact in Houston taking a 2-0 lead over Seattle   Guards in a groove The Rockets'  young backcourt of Jalen Green and Kevin Porter Jr., so central to Houston's objectives, was clicking Friday in Indianapolis to close out the preseason.   Pursuit of payback The Longhorns look to avenge three consecutive losses to the Cyclones when they meet in Austin today.   Homecoming homage Texans safety Jalen Pitre's saw his No. 24 jersey retired Friday night at his alma mater Stafford High School.   Greg Rajan Texas Sports Nation editor greg.rajan@chron.com Sponsored Content   Shopping Talk a little smack with these sassy, but classy Astros shirts Let the haters cry their salty little hater tears. It's 'Stros before bros in H-Town.   Shopping YETI gear is on sale at Amazon following the Prime Early Access Sale When it comes to coolers, tumblers, koozies, and travel mugs, one of the biggest names in the industry is YETI.       October Sale: 6 Months for 99¢! Unlimited Digital Access Act Now No Commitment | Cancel Anytime Unsubscribe  |  Manage Preferences  |  Privacy Notice Houston Chronicle 4747 Southwest Freeway, Houston, TX 77027 © 2022 Hearst Communications