Astros face decisions on injury returns of Javier and McCullers

The Houston Astros are evaluating the potential returns of pitchers Cristian Javier and Lance McCullers Jr. Both are recovering from injuries, with McCullers expected to be ready in a few weeks and Javier possibly returning in about a week. Performance in recent rehab outings raises concerns over their effectiveness. The Astros' pitching staff has improved with the emergence of other players, leading to discussions about whether to give Javier and McCullers further opportunities or to move on from them. This situation reflects broader themes of player evaluation and contract decisions within the organization.

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