Astros Face Mariners in Thrilling Game 14 Showdown (4/10/2026)
The Houston Astros travel to Seattle to open a three-game set against the Mariners on April 10, 2026. The game begins at 8:40 p.m. CST as the Astros try to snap a four-game losing streak.
This meeting has been billed by some as an Astros face Mariners Thrilling Game 14 showdown. Fans will watch closely as the clubs meet early in the season.
Starting pitchers
Right-hander Tatsuya Imai will make his third start for the Astros. He is 1-0 with a 4.32 ERA, 13 strikeouts and seven walks over his first two outings.
Imai’s most recent appearance included 5.2 shutout innings in Sacramento. He will oppose Emerson Hancock of the Mariners.
Hancock has faced Houston twice in his career. He owns a 1-0 mark and a 3.38 ERA across eight innings, both coming in starts.
Injury updates and roster moves
The Astros placed RHP Cristian Javier on the 15-day injured list retroactive to April 9. He has a grade-two right shoulder strain.
Outfielder Jake Meyers went to the 10-day injured list, also retroactive to April 9. He suffered a grade-two right oblique strain.
To reinforce the roster, Houston selected RHP J.P. France and outfielder Taylor Trammell from Triple-A Sugar Land. RHP Ronel Blanco was transferred to the 60-day IL to clear a 40-man spot.
Series history and context
Houston holds a 132-97 all-time edge against Seattle. That total includes the Astros’ three-game sweep of the Mariners in the 2022 ALDS.
Last season, Houston went 5-8 versus Seattle. The Mariners closed last year with a decisive three-game sweep of the Astros in late September.
Broadcast information
The first pitch on 4/10/2026 is at 8:40 p.m. CST. Television coverage is on Space City Home Network.
Radio listeners can tune to KBME 790 AM or Spanish coverage on TUDN 102.9 FM HD2. Filmogaz.com will provide postgame notes and updates.
