Imai Declines Opt-Out, Stays with Astros
Japanese right-hander Tatsuya Imai has decided to remain with Houston rather than exercise his contract opt-out option for the 2027 season.
Tatsuya Imai has declined to exercise his opt-out clause and will continue with the Astros into 2027. The decision keeps the right-hander in Houston's rotation plans. The Astros also denied the option on RHP Weiss, and a decision remains pending on third baseman Paredes.
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