Why Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai chose the Houston Astros. He sees a good chance at World Series

An enthusiastic Tatsuya Imai said he picked the Houston Astros because thought the team offered the best path to a World ...
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Tatsuya Imai chooses No. 45 as Astros’ new rotation anchor

Newly signed Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai unveiled the personal significance behind wearing No. 45, reflecting his ...

Mahjong, armpit holes and nasty stuff: Meet Astros' newest pitching ace

Imai has fooled countless NBP hitters with his unusual, strange pitch. Toronto Blue Jays rookie Trey Yesavage achieved ...

Right-hander Tatsuya Imai and Houston Astros finalize $54 million, 3-year contract

HOUSTON (AP) — Right-hander Tatsuya Imai and the Houston Astros finalized their $54 million, three-year contract on Friday. Houston opened a roster spot by designating right-hander Kaleb Ort for ...

Before throwing a pitch, Tatsuya Imai has already become a Houstonian

Tatsuya Imai has quickly become the prince of the town in Houston.  Imai, the Japanese star pitcher who signed with the ...

Right-hander Tatsuya Imai and Houston Astros agree to $54 million, 3-year contract, AP source says

A person familiar with the negotiations tells The Associated Press that right-hander Tatsuya Imai and the Houston Astros have ...