MLB:
What are the odds McCullers returns to a starting role this season, and what would it take for that transition to happen?
Qwiket AI:
Odds hinge on command improvement and health recovery. If the sinker and breaking ball locate in high-leverage relief, Houston could try 2-3 inning bursts and gradually push him back into the rotation. A late-season stretch start or a September rotation slot would require consistently clean mechanics and a proven ability to handle higher pitch counts.
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Houston Astros: