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On YouTubeHouston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 8
Astros to Host Houston Winter Invitational at Daikin Park 
The Houston Astros will host the 14th annual Houston Winter Invitational at Daikin Park at the end of the month, from Jan. 30-Feb. 1. The tournament will feature six NCAA Division II universities, squaring off in nine games across the three days.
Framber Valdez News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7
Former Astros Pitcher Framber Valdez Passed Up By Cubs Following Recent Trade
We are a month away from players reporting to their respective teams for spring training, and former Houston Astros ace Framber Valdez has yet to find a home.
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7
MLB Insider Breaks Down Astros’ 2026 Rotation Plan After Imai Signing
The Houston Astros are losing their ace in Framber Valdez. However, the Astros were able to sign the top Japanese starting pitcher, Tatsuya Imai. The agreement will make him a co-ace with Hunter Brown in Houston.
The 'MLB Home Run Derby champions' quiz
MLB held its inaugural Home Run Derby event at the 1985 MLB All-Star Game. How many of the winners can you name in five minutes?
Tatsuya Imai News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7
Astros Owner Jim Crane Explains Stance on Luxury Tax After Tatsuya Imai Deal
The Houston Astros surprised many by signing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai to a three-year deal that could be worth $54 million. That’s if he stays with Houston all three years.
The 25 most memorable sports plays of 2025
When it comes to unforgettable plays within the 2025 sports calendar, this was truly a special year. Here's our rankings of the 25 best.
Caden Powell News / Crawfish Boxes / January 7
2025 Astros Farm System Position Series: Shortstop
The final review of the 2025 season will be looking at each position in the Astros farm system. Next up is the shortstop position. Caden Powell Powell was a 6th round pick back in 2024 out of junior college after posting some video game like numbers.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 7
Astros Sign Impressive Young Houston Native to Bolster Bullpen Depth
The Houston Astros went into the offseason eager to change some things up following their first missed postseason appearance in a decade, however they were always going to be on a financial limit.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 6
Astros Reportedly Becoming More Likely to Trade Away At Least One Star
The Houston Astros entered the offseason clearly needing to change a couple of things up following their first missed playoff appearance in close to a decade, however what that was going to mean was anyone's guess.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 6
Astros Haven’t Discussed Extension With Manager Joe Espada, GM Dana Brown
Astros manager Joe Espada and GM Dana Brown are entering the final seasons of their respective contracts. It’ll be Espada’s third season in the role and Brown’s fourth year running baseball operations.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 5
Tatsuya Imai skipping WBC to get acclimated with Astros
Astros right-hander Tatsuya Imai will not pitch in the World Baseball Classic this spring as he begins his first season in Major League Baseball with Houston.
Houston Astros News / MLB Trade Rumors / January 5
Astros Could Open Season With Six-Man Rotation
The Astros officially introduced Tatsuya Imai at Daikin Park this morning. The surprising three-year deal continues what has been a pitching-focused offseason for a Houston team losing Framber Valdez to free agency.
The 25 greatest pitching seasons from the modern MLB era
America's favorite pastime has more memorable performances than any sport. As such, figuring out which pitchers had the best seasons ever is no easy task.
Bryan Abreu News / Houston Astros on SI / January 5
One Vital Astros Reliever Expected To Leave In 2027
It's no secret Bryan Abreu has been a major part of the Houston Astros bullpen since 2022. A stocky right-hander with initial control issues since debuting in 2019 turned into one of the best relievers in the MLB since 2022.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 5
The two aces behind Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai’s choice to wear No. 45
The Houston Astros officially introduced the newest piece of their rotation on Monday, a moment that offered insight beyond contract details. Tatsuya Imai revealed the personal significance behind his decision to wear No.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 5
What We Learned From Tatsuya Imai’s First Astros Press Conference
"What's up H-Town? I'm ready to chase a world championship. Let's go, Houston." Looking at your google translate app with little to no experience speaking English and for that being the first thing to say to the media and fans is a definitive statement to a team excited to get to know you.
Houston Astros News / Last Word On Sports / January 5
How Tatsuya Imai Officially Stabilizes the Astros Pitching Rotation
The Houston Astros got their big-name pitcher. This was a big surprise move. It was expected that the Astros might have to trade to get a top-of-the-line
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 5
Prediction Favors Big Year for New Astros Rotation Piece
The Houston Astros made a big splash this offseason in adding Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai to help round out the starting pitching rotation. And while that deal took the forefront of the offseason additions so far, the Astros might've gotten a hidden gem via a trade before Imai was signed.
Houston Astros News / MLB on ClutchPoints / January 5
Astros prepared to trade at least 1 of these 3 players
With the Houston Astros surrounded by rumors around the moves the team could make in the offseason, the latest reporting gives insight into the players who are likely not be with the ball club anymore.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 5
In appreciation of Framber Valdez
Legitimate prospects out of Latin America sign for at least six-figure signing bonuses, and they do so when they are 16 years old. Anyone who signs for less or signs when they are older tends to be an afterthought.
Houston Astros News / Crawfish Boxes / January 5
In the lab: Expectations for Tatsuya Imai
There are certainly projections for all of the Astros pitchers and some sources have provided them for Tatsuya Imai as well, but providing projections for big league pitchers is challenging enough.
Houston Astros News / Houston Astros on SI / January 5
Astros Open 2026 Spring Training with High Expectations and New Arms
Fans are starting to get excited about MLB spring training and certainly Houston Astros fans have a few things to look forward to seeing. The Grapefruit League will begin in February and will give the Astros a chance to have their first look at key offseason additions.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / January 2
MLB teams have doubts about Tatsuya Imai
Tatsuya Imai was a big free agent pitcher on the market who ended up signing this week. Though the Houston Astros decided to give it a go with the Japanese pitcher, apparently other teams had some concerns.
Houston Astros News / The Forkball / January 2
Astros Sign Japanese Star Tatsuya Imai to Three-Year Deal
The Houston Astros made one of the offseason’s most significant international moves by reaching an agreement with Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai on a three-year free-agent contract.
Houston Astros News / Just Baseball / January 1
Tatsuya Imai To Sign With Houston Astros
With just over 24 hours to go before the end of his posting window, NPB star Tatsuya Imai agreed to a contract with the Houston Astros. The deal guarantees Imai $54 million over three years, and he can earn an additional $3 million in each season that he reaches 100 innings pitched.
Houston Astros News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1
Interesting contract details emerge after Astros win the Tatsuya Imai race
Tatsuya Imai is officially headed to the 713.
Houston Astros News / Yardbarker / January 1
Astros start the new year off right by adding Tatsuya Imai
The Astros kicked off 2026 with a bang by adding Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai.
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