Locked On Astros

Houston Astros ignite a new era with the high-profile signing of Tatsuya Imai, staking their claim as top contenders in the AL. Tapping into the Japanese market, owner Jim Crane, GM Dana Brown, and manager Joe Espada welcome Imai with open arms, highlighting his aggressive mentality, championship drive, and the energy he brings to Minute Maid Park. Can Imai emerge as Houston’s next ace and help end their postseason drought?Eric Huysman and Brett Chancey break down the Astros’ strategic expansion in Asia, the immediate impact of a six-man rotation, and insider details from the press conference—including Imai’s bold MLB ambitions and why he turned down global competition to bond with his new team. Key topics include pitching depth, prospect development, and whether Houston will make another starting pitcher move. Astros fans, the i45 era has arrived—will it bring another World Series run?Join the Everydayer Club lockedonastros.supercast.comLocked On Astros is your daily Houston Astros podcast, hosted by Eric Hu