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Friday on The A-Team, Adam Clanton and Adam Wexler take a closer look at how pressure could impact Tatsuya Imai in his first Major League Baseball season, as he adjusts to new teammates and heightened expectations.
Fluent Fiction - Japanese: Under Hokkaido's Winter Glow: A Tale of Trust and Treasure Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/ja/episode/2026-02-21-08-38-20-ja Story Transcript:Ja: 冬の北海道。En: Winter in Hokkaido.Ja: 小樽の運河は美しい光で照らされています。En: The Otaru Canal is illuminated with beautiful lights.Ja: 運河のそばには雪が積もっています。En: Snow is piled up beside the canal.Ja: そこに春、桜、達也という三人の人物がいます。En: There, three people named Haru, Sakura, and Tatsuya are present.Ja: 話はここから始まります。En: The story begins here.Ja: 春は芸術史家であり、細部にまで目が届く人です。En: Haru is an art historian, someone who notices even the smallest details.Ja: 彼は昔の師匠から譲り受けたアンティークの宝石箱を探しています。En: He is looking for an antique jewelry box that he inherited from his former mentor.Ja: それは小樽の運河に運ばれてきた出荷で失われたと信じられています。En: It is believed that the box was lost in a shipment brought to the Otaru Canal.Ja: 春はその宝石箱を非常に大切にしていました。En: Haru cherished this jewelry box very much.Ja: 春の妹、桜は冒険好きなフリーランスのジャーナリストです。En: Haru's sister, Sakura, is an adventurous freelance journalist.Ja: 彼女はいつも新しい物語を探しています。En: She is always searching for new stories.Ja: 兄の助けをするために小樽に来ました。En: She came to Otaru to help her brother.Ja: 二人は達也という骨董品のディーラーを見つけました。彼は夜にこっそりと運河を訪れる謎めいた人物です。En: The two found Tatsuya, an antique dealer who is a mysterious figure visiting the canal secretly at night.Ja: ある寒い夜、春と桜は達也を訪ねました。En: One cold night, Haru and Sakura visited Tatsuya.Ja: しかし、すごい雪が降り、証拠は雪の下に隠れてしまいました。En: However, a heavy snowfall concealed evidence beneath the snow.Ja: 達也は何かを知っているようですが、情報をあまり話しません。En: Though Tatsuya seemed to know something, he provided little information.Ja: 春は自分の調査を続け、ついに夜遅くに達也を追いかけました。En: Haru continued his investigation and eventually followed Tatsuya late into the night.Ja: その夜、祭りの花火が空を飾っています。En: That night, festival fireworks adorned the sky.Ja: 運河の近く、春と桜は達也が雪を掘り返しているのを見つけました。En: Near the canal, Haru and Sakura found Tatsuya digging through the snow.Ja: 彼は宝石箱を見つけたのです。En: He had found the jewelry box.Ja: 春は達也に宝石箱の感情的な価値を伝え、返してくれるように説得しました。En: Haru conveyed the emotional value of the jewelry box to Tatsuya, persuading him to return it.Ja: 達也はしばらく考え、ついに同意しました。En: Tatsuya thought for a while and finally agreed.Ja: この宝石箱の歴史を一緒に展示することにしました。En: They decided to exhibit the history of the jewelry box together.Ja: 春は信じることの大切さを知りました。En: Haru learned the importance of trust.Ja: そして、解決されない謎も人生の美しさの一部であると感じました。En: He felt that unsolved mysteries are also part of life's beauty.Ja: その冬の夜、小樽の運河は光に包まれ、美しく輝いていました。En: That winter night, the Otaru Canal was enveloped in light and shone beautifully.Ja: 彼らはそこで新しい始まりを迎えました。En: They welcomed a new beginning there. Vocabulary Words:illuminated: 照らされていますpile up: 積もっていますart historian: 芸術史家antique: アンティークinherit: 譲り受けたshipment: 出荷cherish: 大切にしていましたfreelance journalist: フリーランスのジャーナリストadventurous: 冒険好きなconcealed: 隠れてしまいましたmysterious: 謎めいたinvestigation: 調査evidence: 証拠adorned: 飾っていますfireworks: 花火persuading: 説得しましたemotional value: 感情的な価値exhibit: 展示するunsolved: 解決されないmysteries: 謎enveloped: 包まれshine: 輝いていましたnew beginning: 新しい始まりmentor: 師匠antique dealer: 骨董品のディーラーsnowfall: 雪が降りconveyed: 伝えagreed: 同意しましたimportance: 大切さtrust: 信じること
#675PC.mp3フィギュア“りくりゅうペア”の大逆転金メダルに沸く冬季オリンピックトークからスタート!冬季五輪の小ネタ、日本の歴代メダル事情、長崎出身選手はいるのか問題までゆるっと深掘り。そして後半は新企画「TATSUYAの知らない世界」発動。浜松・宇都宮だけじゃない!蒲田・高知・神戸の餃子文化、全国お取り寄せ餃子3選、そして壱岐で食べられる餃子まで一気にプレゼン。さらに“世界一過酷な400m走”レッドブル400にも挑戦希望!?五輪と餃子とエナジードリンク。今回も話題が縦..
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Ross Bolen discusses the Houston Rockets struggling amidst lineup inconsistency, the continued development of the young core, and offensive woes without Alperen Sengun. Also, the Astros signing of Tatsuya Imai. Video Produced by Kade Orris Watch on YouTube: YouTube.com/@BangingTheCan Presented by Bolen Media: BolenMedia.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Ben Verlander is back with some big MLB news as NPB Stars Tatsuya Imai & Kazuma Okamoto sign with their respective MLB clubs: The Houston Astros and Toronto Blue Jays. The Blue Jays are far away the best American League team despite the New York Yankees being the betting favorite. Ben also gives his Top 3 Wedding Requests for things he would like to see get done by the time he comes back from his honeymoon! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Seth and Sean react to what Astros new ace Tatsuya Imai had to say in his introduction and where he puts the Astros rotation.
Seth and Sean discuss if DeMeco's secretly disappointed in his defense narrowly missing out on being the top scoring defense in the NFL, his chippy response to Steelers questions, the Astros introducing Tatsuya Imai, and go through the day's Headlines.
Seth and Sean react to others being petty and get petty themselves in this week's PettyCast, discuss what may have been behind DeMeco's frustration about the Steelers questions, and why they're psyched about the Astros adding Tatsuya Imai.
After discussing Nico Collins' importance to the Texans offense, ITL zooms out to ask a bigger question: who are the most indispensable players on each side of the ball? And what does that say about C.J. Stroud's talent — and how this offense is (or isn't) maximizing it? Plus, Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai held his presser and delivered a message to Houston. The hour wraps with today's QOTD, inspired by Kevin Durant's game-winner against his old team: What's the best revenge you've ever had?
Astros pitcher Tatsuya Imai held his presser and delivered a message to Houston.
KD GAME WINNER! Tatsuya Imai is Loving H-town, Texans/Steelers Preview
KD GAME WINNER! Tatsuya Imai is Loving H-town, Texans/Steelers Preview
Chris Rose and Trevor Plouffe discuss the hottest offseason stories in baseball! Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/BASEBALL2026. Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discount Head to https://www.factormeals.com/today50off to save 50% off your first box! Shop your favorite gear from the Jomboy Media store. Click here to shop today! https://shop.jomboymedia.com/ 00:00 INTRO02:32 Blue Jays sign Kazuma Okamoto to 4-year/$60M deal08:32 Where will Alex Bregman land?20:24 Tatsuya Imai signs three-year deal with the Astros29:15 Giants add Tyler Mahle33:38 Yanks closing in on a trade for one of these pitchers?39:36 OUTRO Follow us on X/Instagram: @ChrisRoseSports Chris Rose on X/Instagram: @ChrisRose Trevor Plouffe on X/Instagram @TrevorPlouffe Follow all of our content on https://jomboymedia.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Nathan Baker discusses the signings of Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto and how to shape your draft around loopholes in fantasy rules to get the most out of your hitters. Presented by FanDuel SUBSCRIBE, Rate and Review on Apple and Spotify! Follow us on Twitter: @EthosFantasyBB Follow us on Bluesky: @ethosfantasymlb Join our Fantasy Sports Discord Server: https://discord.gg/jSwGWSHqaV Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
YEAR 17! Texans Grab 5th Seed! Rockets Lose Sengun, Demeco Speaks/ Tatsuya Speaks
The Houston Astros introduced new starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai on Monday. Here is his introductory press conference.
YEAR 17! Texans Grab 5th Seed! Rockets Lose Sengun, Demeco Speaks/ Tatsuya Speaks
The Houston Astros introduced new starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai on Monday. Here is his introductory press conference.
Does this move get the Astros back into the playoffs ?
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Will Cubs make a big splash after Tatsuya Imai signs with Astros? (Hour 1) full 2765 Sat, 03 Jan 2026 17:50:00 +0000 yhxXwIKW0iAEi6SreASSJW6bKe1UKub3 sports Inside The Clubhouse sports Will Cubs make a big splash after Tatsuya Imai signs with Astros? (Hour 1) Bruce Levine and David Haugh host Inside the Clubhouse, discussing the latest Cubs, White Sox and MLB storylines while also welcoming on great guests from across the baseball landscape. 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amp
- The Astros start the New Year with a BANG!- Houston signs Japanese star pitcher Tatsuya Imai from the NPB- Is this a great contract to sign Imai to a 3-year/$54 million dollar deal that can max out at $63 million and three opt-outs?- Zo and Angel discuss why this is a great signing for Houston- Imai's pitching stats and arsenal, including a high strikeout rate and a low strikeout rate- The Japanese star could become a fan favorite after his comments about wanting to take down the Dodgers- What does this mean for the future of Astros baseball and Japanese players?- Does this signing help Houston become a destination for Japanese players?- Astros Starting Rotation- Zo and Angel share why having a lot of starting pitchers help the Astros with depth- What's next for Houston after signing Imai?-Much, much more!YouTube link: https://youtube.com/live/B301Jz4B9XoHave you subscribed to the Full Seam Ahead YouTube Channel yet? Make sure to hit that subscribe button and hit that notification bell to stay up to date on all the latest Astros news, rumors, interviews, live streams, and much more all year long!
Clint Stoerner & Shaun Bijani are LIVE on a FOOTBALL FRIDAY from Twin Peaks on 290 as they begin the show getting their reactions in on a wild New Years Day of College Football! Also, the guys discuss the current health state of the Texans. Plus, they take a look at how the Astros are looking roster construction wise after signing a star Japanese pitcher.
Use our code for 10% off your next SeatGeek order*: https://seatgeek.onelink.me/RrnK/TALK... Sponsored by SeatGeek. *Restrictions apply. Max $20 discountCoach Trev and Talkin' Jake break down everything about Tatsuya Imai heading to the Houston Astros! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
From 'Baseball Isn't Boring' (subscribe here): Another top free agent has come off the board with Houston agreeing to a three-year, $54 million deal for Tatsuya Imai, that includes opt-outs after each season. So, what should we make of it? Bradfo has an instant reaction, which incorporates how we should view this offseason's starting pitching market. Spoiler: Finding big deals might be hard to come by this Hot Stove season. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Payne and Pendergast discuss the big move the Astros made yesterday by signing Tatsuya Imai. The Astros don't normally make moves like this, what does it mean for the team moving forward?
The Imai sweepstakes ended with the Japanese pitcher picking an unexpected team and settling for a smaller contract than projected. The Astros took on some risk, but they could also be rewarded with a very good pitcher. Why didn’t the Cubs sign Imai? And where do they go from here? The Athletic’s Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney break it all down on North Side Territory, the show for all the latest offseason news surrounding the Cubs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Clint Stoerner & Shaun Bijani take a look at how the Astros are looking roster construction wise after signing a star Japanese pitcher.
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B. Scott and Creighton break the news that the Astros sign star Japanese pitcher, Tatsuya Imai!
B-Scott & Patrick Creighton continue their coverage of the Tatsuya Imai signing by the Astros!
B-Scott & Patrick Creighton discuss how season defining this move is for the Astros.
B-Scott & Patrick Creighton discuss how season defining this move is for the Astros. Also, they re-visit the Texans before hitting The Bandwagon!
B-Scott & Patrick Creighton are joined by Lachard Binkley, who covers the Houston Rockets for Sports Illustrated. Later, they continue their coverage of the Tatsuya Imai signing by the Astros! Plus, they discuss how much this changes for the Astros roster.
Clint Stoerner & Ron Hughley are OUT, Criss Partee & Luke Mauro are IN as they get their first reactions in on the Astros signing Tatsuya Imai!
Episode 127 of Tablesetters is a mini reaction pod, breaking down one of the winter's most surprising pitching moves and what it immediately tells us about how teams are positioning themselves for 2026. We open with the Houston Astros signing Tatsuya Imai to a three-year, $54 million contract that can reach $63 million through performance incentives, finalized just ahead of his January 2 posting deadline. The deal includes opt-outs after each season, giving Imai the flexibility to bet on himself at the major league level. Despite interest from the Yankees, Mets, Cubs, Phillies, and Orioles, Houston emerged as an unexpected but strategic landing spot. We examine why the market shifted from early long-term projections, how the deal structure balances risk and upside, and why the Astros felt comfortable moving decisively here. From there, we focus on who Imai is now, not the pitcher he was early in his career. After command issues and a difficult 2020 season that briefly pushed him to the bullpen, Imai rebuilt his profile beginning in 2021 and went on a dominant four-year run from 2022 through 2025. During that stretch, he established himself as one of Nippon Professional Baseball's most effective starters, culminating in a 1.92 ERA season with elite strikeout rates, improved control, and exceptional home-run suppression. We break down his mid-to-upper-90s fastball, deep secondary mix, and why evaluators see a higher ceiling than his early-career reputation suggested. The conversation then shifts to Houston's rotation outlook in a post-Framber Valdez era. With Valdez expected to depart in free agency, Imai slots in behind Hunter Brown, who broke out as one of the best pitchers in baseball in 2025. We project the Astros' 2026 rotation featuring Brown, Imai, Cristian Javier, Mike Burrows, and A.J. Blubaugh, while evaluating the importance of depth pieces such as Lance McCullers Jr., Spencer Arrighetti, Brandon Walter, J.P. France, Nate Pearson, Colton Gordon, Miguel Ullola, and others after a season defined by injuries. We close by connecting the dots between Houston's missed postseason in 2025, their recent rotation instability, and why this signing represents a calculated pivot rather than a headline-chasing move. At roughly $18 million per year with workload-based incentives and annual opt-outs, the Imai deal gives the Astros a legitimate one-two punch at the top of the rotation while preserving long-term flexibility. For Imai, it's both an opportunity and a leverage play. For Houston, it's a bet on development, velocity, and upward trajectory in the next phase of their competitive cycle. ⚾️ A rapid-response look at a market-shifting signing with long-term implications.
Could Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai end up in Atlanta? In the latest episode of Hammer Territory, Stephen Tolbert and Shawn Coleman discuss the latest rumblings around Imai and why the Braves could be a strong fit as the deadline to sign Imai quickly approaches. Hammer Territory is your home of Atlanta Braves coverage on the Foul Territory Network.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
For the final podcast of the year, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down the latest on NPB stars Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto as their MLB posting windows close, analyzing where they could sign and how their profiles contrast with previous Japanese imports like Munetaka Murakami and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. The guys take a hard look at the differences between pitching and hitting projections for international talent, highlighting Imai's adaptability and Okamoto's ready-made bat for contending teams. They discuss the best roster fits for Imai, focusing on the Giants, Mets, and Phillies, among others, and debate which teams actually make sense for the 3B slugger Okamoto.Later in the show, they open up the Bar-B-Cast mailbag and answer questions about Juan Soto, the Dodgers' championship window and some baseball easter eggs in the latest Knives Out film, Wake Up Dead Man.Finally, they close the episode with a round of Turbo Mode, highlighting a bevy of signings across the league in Cincinnati, Chicago, Seattle & more. Also, a special shout-out to the Buffalo Sabres.1:53 - Why is it taking so long for Japanese stars Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto to sign?14:45 - Where will Imai sign?24:50 - Where will Okamoto sign?31:30 - Baseball Bar-B-Cast Mailbag: Mets, Dodgers, Knives Out & more1:05:10 - Turbo Mode: Reds, Cubs, Mariners & more
Tatsuya Imai's decision date is Jan 2, 2026, but does he have any offers to decide on? Can the Cubs come in at the last minute with a winning bid? Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobvious FREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: / cubstalk Go to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list! Check us out on social media: Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninsta Twitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter
We're not too proud for clickbait. Our download fishermen discuss the impending signing deadline Tatsuya Imai, the tepid offseason overall, and the Giants bought ... a theater? Also, Bob calls for a lightning round where they discuss Logan Webb in the WBC, whether the Giants future success depends on the performance of Bryce Eldridge, and Ben's new job.On the cocktail side of things Matthew is drinking a Bourbon Foster while Ben is drinking The Hand of Vecna. Recipes below.Bourbon Foster1 1/2 oz Bourbon3/4 oz Banana Liqueur1/2 oz Aged Rum1/4 oz Spiced Demerara Syrup3 Dashes Angostura BittersAdd all ingredients to a mixing glass filled with ice. Stir for 30 seconds. Strain into a coupe glass and garnish with a banana slice or dried banana chip.The Hand of Vecna2 oz Scotch2 sugar cubes (or 2 tsp of granulated sugar)3 dashes Angostura bitters1/4 oz Absinthe1 orange wheel and 1 star anise for garnishRinse a rocks glass with the absinthe and pour out any remainder. In a mixing glass muddle the sugar with the bitters, add the Scotch, fill with ice and stir to desired dilution. To the prepared rocks glass add a large chunk of ice and strain in the mixture from the mixing glass. To create the garnish fold the orange wheel around the star anise (like a taco) and pin shut with a cocktail pick and drop into the rocks glass.#doitforginny
12-4 Giants insider, Susan Slusser joins Papa & Silver to break down the Giants free agency decisions & do they have a chance at Kyle Schwarber or Tatsuya ImaiSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It seems like it's time once more to grab some Japanese film. Especially after the passing of Tatsuya Nakadai. This gives us an excuse to go grab one of his films. So let's grab the three hour Akira Kurosawa film, Kagemusha: The Shadow Warrior(1980). Set before the unification of Japan, we have Tatsuya playing Shingen Takeda and his perfect double. Shingen's regular body double found a criminal that looks like Shingen's twin. A good thing too as lord Takeda get's mortally wounded and begs his generals and the other double to keep the peace for at least three years. This is to keep Oda Nobunaga from becoming emboldened. Spoiler from … Continue reading "Popcorn Pulse 254: Shadow War"
Mike Krukow joins the show to share his thoughts on Tatsuya Imai's comments about the Dodgers & the Giants free agent spending strategySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mike Krukow joins the show to share his thoughts on Tatsuya Imai's comments about the Dodgers & the Giants free agent spending strategySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We open in the NFL with True or False: should the Bengals shut down Joe Burrow for the rest of the season? Then it's a WYR — JSN Edition, choosing who you'd rather have going forward from Pickens to Chase. MLB takes the middle segment as we react to Tatsuya Imai's “take them down” quote and pick which team gives him the best chance to topple the Dodgers, plus two WHUF blockbusters involving Buxton/Joe Ryan and Ketel Marte. We close with the NBA: a Sports Scantron on which former All-Star gets moved first, followed by Way or No Way predicting All-NBA shots from Wemby to Jamal Murray. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The New York Mets and the Texas Rangers made a splashy deal on Sunday night that saw Brandon Nimmo and Marcus Semien trade places. Nimmo, who has been with the Mets organization since 2011, will head to Arlington, while the three-time All-Star, two-time Gold Glover and Silver Slugger winner Semien takes his defensive specialty to Flushing.On this episode of Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman break down this surprising trade that nobody saw coming and discuss which team benefits most from it. With the Mets shedding payroll by moving Nimmo's contract, how will this affect their pursuit of other superstars this offseason? Also, with Semien on the move, could this be the first of several notable names dealt by the Rangers?Later, Jake and Jordan talk about coveted Japanese free agent Tatsuya Imai and his remarks about wanting to join a team that doesn't have any other Japanese players, seemingly sending a slight toward the Los Angeles Dodgers. They then dig into MLB's new TV rights, the Colorado Rockies naming their new skipper and Ryan Helsley potentially being shopped as a starting pitcher, before making their picks for an early-week edition of The Good, The Bad & The Uggla.1:36 – The Opener: Mets–Rangers trade21:30 – Nuclear Overreaction: Imai speaks up31:19 – Around the League: MLB's new TV rights41:21 – Rockies name new skipper; Helsley wants to start51:31 – The Good, The Bad & The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app: