Astros' Tatsuya Imai reveals personal reason behind off-field struggles hindering early MLB career
The Astros prize signing of the offseason has revealed his biggest struggle to date.
Astros' Tatsuya Imai reveals personal reason behind off-field struggles hindering early MLB career originally appeared on The Sporting News . Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here . The Houston Astros have gotten off to a slow start this season, which has come as a bit of a surprise.
The Astros made a major signing at the pitcher position, bringing in Japanese superstar Tatsuya Imai. “The Astros officially announced the signing of right-hander Tatsuya Imai to a three-year contract that allows him to opt out after each of the first two seasons. It’s reportedly a $54MM guarantee for the NPB star, who’ll collect a $2MM signing bonus and $16MM salary next year,” MLB Trade Rumors’ AJ Eustace wrote.
Imai hasn’t gotten off to the start he wanted, much like the rest of the team. He is currently dealing with arm fatigue and is awaiting further results. “Astros rookie pitcher Tatsuya Imai returned to Houston after his third start to be examined for right arm fatigue.
A 27-year-old right-hander, Imai got just one out in Friday's 9-6 loss to Seattle. He allowed three runs, one hit, three walks and a hit batter while throwing 37 pitches,” ESPN wrote. “Imai signed a $54 million, three-year contract and is 1-0 with a 7.