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Astros introduce Japanese signing Tatsuya Imai at Houston press conference
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Five days after agreeing to a three-year, $54 million contract with Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai, the Houston Astros formally introduced the 27-year-old at Daikin Park on January 5, 2026. The three-time NPB All-Star expressed excitement about chasing a World Series, while team executives highlighted expanded Asian scouting efforts.
Seattle Mariners right-hander Logan Evans had surgery on January 23 to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, sidelining him for approximately 12 months. The procedure, performed by Dr. Keith Meister in Texas, includes a reconstruction and internal brace. Evans, who debuted in the majors last year, now faces a significant setback for his career.
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Right-hander Zac Gallen remains one of the top unsigned free agents as spring training approaches. Three teams—the Diamondbacks, Cubs, and Orioles—are reportedly checking in on the 30-year-old pitcher. Earlier interest came from the Angels and Padres.
Texas Rangers bertujuan mereplikasi ERA 3.41 terbaik MLB mereka dari 2025 dengan staf pitching yang direvitalisasi. Manajer baru Skip Schumaker menyoroti pelatih kunci yang kembali dan pendatang baru yang menjanjikan. Kesehatan dan kedalaman tetap menjadi tantangan kritis untuk musim 2026.
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New York Mets menunjuk pelempar Frankie Montas untuk penugasan pada hari Selasa, mengakhiri masa jabatannya yang singkat dengan tim setelah hanya sembilan penampilan. Montas, yang menjalani operasi Tommy John di akhir musim 2025, akan absen sepanjang 2026 meskipun menggunakan opsi pemain senilai 17 juta dolar. Langkah ini membersihkan tempat di daftar 40 pemain untuk prospek Nick Morabito.