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Astros' Imai and Peña Injured Amid Losing Streak

4/14/2026

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Summary

Astros Face Injuries

The Houston Astros placed pitcher Tatsuya Imai and shortstop Jeremy Peña on the injured list on April 13, 2026, amid a seven-game losing streak.
Imai is sidelined for 15 days with right arm fatigue.
Peña is on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 1 hamstring strain.
Peña may return after the minimum 10 days.
The Astros' postseason odds have dropped from 32.8% to 26.4% during this stretch.

Summary

Astros Struggle with Injuries

The Houston Astros are 6-10 in the 2026 season, last in the American League West.
The Astros placed shortstop Jeremy Peña on the injured list with a Grade 1 hamstring strain after knee tightness.
Rookie pitcher Tatsuya Imai has a 7.27 ERA over three starts and is sidelined by right arm fatigue.
The team faces injuries to pitchers Hunter Brown and Cristian Javier ahead of a Mariners matchup.

History

Historical Context

The Houston Astros, established in 1962, transformed from a struggling franchise to a powerhouse after Jim Crane's ownership began in 2011. In 2017, they won their first World Series, achieving 101 wins and rallying the city post-Hurricane Harvey. However, injuries to key players like Jeremy Peña now threaten their performance, reflecting the challenges of sustaining success in Major League Baseball.

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Astros Face Injuries

The Houston Astros placed pitcher Tatsuya Imai and shortstop Jeremy Peña on the injured list on April 13, 2026, amid a seven-game losing streak.
Imai is sidelined for 15 days with right arm fatigue.
Peña is on the 10-day injured list with a Grade 1 hamstring strain.
Peña may return after the minimum 10 days.
The Astros' postseason odds have dropped from 32.8% to 26.4% during this stretch.

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