3 new players join Astros' 26-man roster, with Kikuchi debuting in a 3-2 win over Tampa Bay Rays.

3 new players join Houston Astros' 26-man roster, including veteran left-hander Yusei Kikuchi, who made a striking debut in a series opener against Tampa Bay Rays. Kikuchi struck out 11 and earned 26 swings and misses, leading the Astros to a 3-2 win. Right-handers Ronel Blanco and Zack Littell are slated to start for the Astros and Rays respectively in upcoming games.