Astros Prospect Watch: Tatsuya Imai Set for Daikin Park Debut vs Space Cowboys
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Astros made a $54 million bet on Tatsuya Imai this winter. On Monday, Houston fans get their first look at what that investment might return. Imai is scheduled to make his Daikin Park debut in an exhibition matchup against…
Houston Astros Pitching Staff Ranks Top 3 in MLB Spring Training ERA
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Much of the conversation around the Houston Astros this spring has focused on the corner outfield competition, injury concerns, and roster construction questions. Meanwhile, the pitching staff has been quietly delivering one of…
Back-to-Back Homers From Paredes, Altuve Lift Astros Past Marlins 4-1
JUPITER, Fla. — Isaac Paredes and Jose Altuve hit back-to-back home runs in the fifth inning Wednesday as the Houston Astros defeated the Miami Marlins 4-1 at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Tatsuya Imai delivered another spotless outing to lead the way.…
Astros Today’s Lineup vs. Marlins — March 11, 2026
The Houston Astros lineup today has been released ahead of their Grapefruit League matchup against the Miami Marlins at Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Game Details Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026First pitch: 12:10 p.m. CTLocation: Roger Dean Chevrolet…
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…