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Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai makes obvious $18 million contract option decision

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Houston Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai has reached a contract decision after an uneven first major league season that included time in the rotation and bullpen. The former Saitama Seibu Lions pitcher joined the Astros before the 2026 campaign on a three-year, $54 million contract with opt-outs after the 2026 and 2027 seasons. His debut year […] The post Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai makes obvious $18 million contract option decision appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros’ Tatsuya Imai, 2 relievers combine to no-hit Rangers

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The Houston Astros have thrown a combined no-hitter against the Texas Rangers! They won the game 9-0, taking the series opener to move their winning streak to four games. Tatsuya Imai started the no-hitter for the Astros, with Steven Okert and Alimber Santa finishing it off. TATSUYA IMAI, STEVEN OKERT, AND ALIMBER SANTA COMBINE FOR […] The post Astros’ Tatsuya Imai, 2 relievers combine to no-hit Rangers appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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This shocking Astros fact may be a reason behind 2026 struggles

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An injury-ravaged pitching staff is unsurprisingly a major cause for the Houston Astros’ early shortcomings, but besides owning an MLB-worst 5.93 ERA entering Saturday’s game against the Boston Red Sox, this unit is alarmingly having immense trouble in one specific area. The Astros have now walked the No. 9 hitter in an opposing lineup 20 […] The post This shocking Astros fact may be a reason behind 2026 struggles appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros Tatsuya Imai, Josh Hader set to pitch in same injury rehab game

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The Houston Astros just got some big news, and they really needed it after their terrible start to the 2026 season. Joe Espada, Astros manager, said that Tatsuya Imai, Josh Hader, and Nate Pearson will all pitch for Triple-A Sugar Land on Tuesday. Imai will start the game. This is a huge help for a […] The post Astros Tatsuya Imai, Josh Hader set to pitch in same injury rehab game appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros Share Josh Hader, Tatsuya Imai, Jeremy Pena Injury Updates

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The Houston Astros are set to play the Cleveland Guardians on Monday night. Ahead of the game, the ball club shared multiple injury updates, via Matt Kawahara. "Tatsuya Imai threw a bullpen session today in Houston, per the Astros. Josh Hader will throw a live BP tomorrow in Sugar Land, as will ...

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Astros' Tatsuya Imai Shares Injury Update

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The Houston Astros are set to play the Colorado Rockies on Thursday night. Injuries have been a problem for Houston throughout the 2026 MLB season. Tatsuya Imai, Jeremy Pena and Josh Hader are among a number of Astros currently dealing with injury concerns. Before Thursday's game, however, some ...

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What happened to Tatsuya Imai at Astros? Inside $54M star's recent revelations, interpreter problems, struggles with MLB move & more – Sportskeeda

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What happened to Tatsuya Imai at Astros? Inside $54M star's recent revelations, interpreter problems, struggles with MLB move & more  Sportskeeda

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Astros pitcher blames ‘American lifestyle’ for his arm injury

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Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai is on the injured list after just three starts, and the Japanese right-hander thinks moving to America has something to do with it. Imai recorded just one out in his last start on Friday and was placed on the injured list with right arm fatigue. Through his interpreter, Shio Enomoto, … The post Astros pitcher blames ‘American lifestyle’ for his arm injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Astros’ Josh Hader, Tatsuya Imai injury updates will catch fans’ attention

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The Houston Astros are not off to the best start to the 2026 campaign, starting just 7-11 on the year and in last place in the AL West. Injuries have already been an issue for the Astros, with multiple pitchers on the IL. Two of those pitchers, Josh Hader and Tatsuya Imai, just got some […] The post Astros’ Josh Hader, Tatsuya Imai injury updates will catch fans’ attention appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros' Carlos Correa Makes Admission After Loss to Mariners

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The Houston Astros lost to the Seattle Mariners by a final score of 6-2 on Monday. The loss came after the team placed shortstop Jeremy Pena and starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai on the injured list before the game. It has been a difficult season for the ball club, as Houston is now 6-11 overall and in ...

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Astros’ free agency splash already dealing with an injury

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The Houston Astros won the sweepstakes for Tatsuya Imai, signing the Japanese pitcher to a three-year deal that could be worth as much as $63 million. However, after just three starts, Imai is now headed to the IL. Jeremy Pena is also going to the IL, so the Astros are already dealing with unfortunate injuries … The post Astros’ free agency splash already dealing with an injury appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Astros get brutal Jeremy Pena, Tatsuya Imai injury news

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The 2026 season has not gone according to plan for the Houston Astros so far. The ball club is 6-10 and in last place in the American League West. Additionally, Jeremy Pena and Tatsuya Imai are dealing with injury concerns. According to Chandler Rome of The Athletic, both Pena and Imai are being placed on […] The post Astros get brutal Jeremy Pena, Tatsuya Imai injury news appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Proposed blockbuster Astros trade sees Houston land $56 million Cy Young ace, create electric 1-2-3 punch with Hunter Brown, Tatsuya Imai – sportingnews.com

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Proposed blockbuster Astros trade sees Houston land $56 million Cy Young ace, create electric 1-2-3 punch with Hunter Brown, Tatsuya Imai  sportingnews.com

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Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai gets concerning update after frustrating start vs. Mariners

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The Houston Astros face growing concern after Tatsuya Imai’s latest outing, as questions surrounding the right-hander now extend beyond performance to potential health issues. Following a difficult start vs. the Seattle Mariners on Friday, the team awaits further clarity on his health Imai struggled Friday night at T-Mobile Park, recording just one out while throwing […] The post Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai gets concerning update after frustrating start vs. Mariners appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Astros’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season

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When the Houston Astros closed their lockers at the end of the 2025 season, Daikin Park was a very sad place. Houston was watching the playoffs from the couch for the first time since 2016. This ended a historic streak of eight straight playoff appearances and four straight American League West division titles. The goal […] The post Astros’ biggest flop to begin 2026 MLB season appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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