Tatsuya Imai Set to Start Series Opener Against Twins

Right-hander Tatsuya Imai is scheduled to take the mound for the Houston Astros on Monday as they open a three-game series against the Minnesota Twins at Target Field. Imai enters the contest with a 1-1 record and a 9.24 ERA on the season. This will be his first career appearance against the Twins' lineup. The Astros are looking for a strong performance from Imai to kick off the road trip as they face off against Minnesota left-hander Kendry Morales in the series opener.