Tatsuya Imai Makes Third Start of Season Against Mariners

Right-handed pitcher Tatsuya Imai took the mound for the Houston Astros in their 14th game of the 2026 season. Imai made his third start of the year in the first game of a three-game series against the Seattle Mariners, facing off against opposing starter Emerson Hancock. The Astros entered the contest with a 6-7 record, looking for a strong outing from Imai to set the tone for the series.