
Astros' Imai Struggles With Culture Shock Amid Arm Fatigue
Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai, signed to a three-year, $54 million deal, has been sidelined by right‑arm fatigue and, via his interpreter, says adapting to life in the U.S.—including travel and dinner timing—may contribute to the issue. After three MLB starts, his return timeline is unclear though elbow imaging has been positive; the Astros have acknowledged the transitional differences between NPB and MLB schedules and conditions as potential factors.











