Houston Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai has opted to return to the team for the 2027 season on an $18 million contract, according to reports on Thursday.
The 45-year-old right-hander appeared in a game against the Los Angeles Angels on August 20, 2026, where he started the seventh inning against Zach Neto.
Details of the agreement were confirmed on October 29, 2026.
