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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, $54 million contract with Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai, the Houston Astros formally introduced the 27-year-old at Daikin Park on January 5, 2026. The three-time NPB All-Star expressed excitement about chasing a World Series, while team executives highlighted expanded Asian scouting efforts.
Seattle Mariners right-hander Logan Evans had surgery on January 23 to repair a torn ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow, sidelining him for approximately 12 months. The procedure, performed by Dr. Keith Meister in Texas, includes a reconstruction and internal brace. Evans, who debuted in the majors last year, now faces a significant setback for his career.
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Right-hander Zac Gallen remains one of the top unsigned free agents as spring training approaches. Three teams—the Diamondbacks, Cubs, and Orioles—are reportedly checking in on the 30-year-old pitcher. Earlier interest came from the Angels and Padres.
Os Texas Rangers visam replicar sua ERA de 3.41, a melhor da MLB em 2025, com um elenco de arremessadores reformulado. O novo gerente Skip Schumaker destacou treinadores principais que retornam e um novato promissor. Saúde e profundidade permanecem desafios críticos para a temporada de 2026.
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Os New York Mets designaram o arremessador Frankie Montas para atribuição na terça-feira, encerrando sua breve passagem pela equipe após apenas nove aparições. Montas, que passou por cirurgia Tommy John no final da temporada de 2025, perderá toda a temporada de 2026 apesar de exercer sua opção de jogador de US$ 17 milhões. A jogada libera uma vaga na lista de 40 jogadores para o prospecto Nick Morabito.