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Astros' Lance McCullers adds 24-hour security after online threats; MLB players say abuse occurs nightly

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Lance McCullers received death threats directed toward his children.

Houston Astros owner Jim Crane has hired 24-hour security for McCullers and his family.

Boston Red Sox pitcher Liam Hendriks also received threats after he and his wife were threatened on social media.

MLB players say online abuse has increased and become heightened in recent years .

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informal

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English

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40

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