Astros pitchers combine for no-hitter against Rangers Monday
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ARLINGTON, Texas. On Monday night the Houston Astros’ Tatsuya Imai, Steven Okert, and Alimber Santa combined to no-hit the Texas Rangers in a 9-0 victory at Globe Life Field; Imai worked six hitless innings before Okert and Santa finished the final three frames, and Santa completed the feat in his major-league debut.
The performance marked the first major-league no-hitter reported since 2024 and immediate consequences included an improved standing for Houston and a further-reduced record for Texas as reported that night; the outing also prompted players and analysts to reassess pitching depth for upcoming games this week and ahead of roster decisions.
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Timeline
- 1. Aug 1, 2023: Framber Valdez threw a no-hitter for the Astros.
- 2. Apr 1, 2024: Ronel Blanco tossed a no-hitter for Houston versus Toronto.
- 3. Aug 2, 2024: Blake Snell recorded MLB's last solo no-hitter.
- 4. Sept 4, 2024: Shota Imanaga and two Cubs relievers combined to no-hit Pittsburgh.
- 5. May 26, 2026: Tatsuya Imai, Steven Okert, and Alimber Santa combined to no-hit the Texas Rangers.
Why it matters
This no-hitter is a big deal in the baseball world. It's a rare feat that shows the strength of the Astros' pitching team. If you're an Astros fan, it's a moment of pride. If you're a Rangers fan, it's a tough loss. Either way, it could shake up the dynamics for upcoming games.
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