Pitching
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 siktar på att replikera sin MLB-bästa ERA på 3.41 från 2025 med en omgjord pitchningsstab. Nye managern Skip Schumaker lyfte fram nyckeltränare som återvänder och en lovande nykomling. Hälsa och djup förblir kritiska utmaningar för 2026-säsongen.
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New York Mets placerade pitchers Frankie Montas på waivers på tisdagen, vilket avslutar hans korta tid i laget efter bara nio framträdanden. Montas, som genomgick Tommy John-operation i slutet av 2025-säsongen, missar hela 2026 trots att han utnyttjade sin spelare-option på 17 miljoner dollar. Flytten frigör en plats på 40-mannalistan för prospektet Nick Morabito.