The Wait Is Over: Imai Set for Astros Debut Thursday
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — After weeks of anticipation and strong reviews from teammates, Tatsuya Imai is scheduled to make his first game appearance in an Astros uniform Thursday afternoon. The 27-year-old right-hander will start Houston’s split-squad home…
Tatsuya Imai’s First Live BP Session Leaves Astros Hitters Stunned: “Never Seen a Pitch Like That”
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Tatsuya Imai didn’t ease into his first live batting practice as a member of the Houston Astros. He attacked it. The Japanese right-hander, who signed with Houston earlier this offseason, faced major league hitters Friday…
Astros Sign Japanese Pitcher Tatsuya Imai to Three-Year, $54 Million Contract
The Houston Astros have signed Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai to a three-year, $54 million contract, the club announced, adding a frontline starter to the rotation ahead of the 2026 season. The deal includes player opt-outs after the 2026 and 2027…