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New Chicago Cubs pitcher Shōta Imanaga, aka 'The Throwing Philosopher,' isn't satisfied despite his success in Japan
In his introductory news conference Friday, Chicago Cubs pitcher Shōta Imanaga said he wanted to join an organization where he, along with t...
JANUARY 13
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CHICAGOTRIBUNE.COM
Shōta Imanaga is looking forward to transition to the major leagues with the Chicago Cubs
CHICAGO (AP) — On a snowy afternoon in downtown Chicago, Shōta Imanaga pulled on a Cubs cap and a crisp, pinstriped No. 18 jersey in the mid...
JANUARY 13
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AJC.COM
Details of Red Sox offer to free agent Shōta Imanaga emerge
The Red Sox fell short on another free agent rotation target this week... and now we know the kind of deal they offered him.
JANUARY 13
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MASSLIVE.COM
Shota Imanaga Began Cubs Tenure by Riffing Team Fight Song, And Fans Loved It
Chicago’s newest pitcher proved himself to be a man of the people.
JANUARY 12
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SUNHERALD.COM
LIVE: Cubs introducing Shōta Imanaga
CHICAGO -- The Cubs officially announced the signing of Shōta Imanaga to a multi-year contract agreement on Thursday, and a day later, they'...
JANUARY 12
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MLB.COM
How Shota Imanaga wound up all over Chicago before the Cubs landed the free agent
Imanaga got a good look at what Chicago has to offer while he was waiting on his free-agent deal to materialize.
JANUARY 12
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THEATHLETIC.COM
Lefthander Shōta Imanaga and Chicago Cubs finalize $53 million, 4-year contract
Japanese lefthander Shōta Imanaga and the Chicago Cubs finalized a $53 million, four-year contract on Thursday, a deal that includes a club...
JANUARY 12
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STARTRIBUNE.COM
Cubs agree to deal with LHP Shota Imanaga
Left-hander Shota Imanaga agreed to a four-year deal with the Chicago Cubs worth a reported $53 million.Multiple outlets reported the Japane...
JANUARY 11
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SUNHERALD.COM
The Windup: Cubs (finally) sign someone; unveiling staff Hall of Fame ballots
Plus: We break down the arbitration process ahead of the arbitration deadline, which is later today.
JANUARY 11
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THEATHLETIC.COM
Ranking the 10 best MLB rookie seasons from Japanese starting pitchers
With Yoshinobu Yamamoto and Shōta Imanaga set to debut in the majors, we examine MLB's history with Japanese starting pitchers and rank the...
JANUARY 11
Cubs reportedly agree to contract with Japanese left-hander Shōta Imanaga
The Cubs have beefed up their starting rotation with Japanese lefty Shōta Imanaga.
JANUARY 10
Shota Imanaga, Cubs Agree to Contract As Team Halts Quiet Offseason, per Report
The Chicago Cubs finally made a splash in the offseason.
JANUARY 10
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STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Reports: Japanese LHP Shota Imanaga signing with Cubs
The Chicago Cubs have agreed to a deal with Japanese left-handed pitcher Shota Imanaga, USA Today and MLB Network reported Tuesday.The deal...
JANUARY 10
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STAR-TELEGRAM.COM
Cubs working to finalize deal with Japanese free-agent pitcher Shota Imanaga: Sources
There is a strong sense of optimism that the Cubs will sign the 30-year-old lefty.
JANUARY 10
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THEATHLETIC.COM
Japanese southpaw Imanaga has deal with Cubs (report)
The Cubs have made their first big move of the offseason, agreeing to a deal with Japanese left-hander Shōta Imanaga, according to a report...
JANUARY 10
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MLB.COM
Shota Imanaga's free agency: The latest on each team still in the mix
The Japanese lefty must sign with a major-league team by Jan. 11. Here's a look at who might be interested and their chances of landing him.
JANUARY 6
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THEATHLETIC.COM
The Windup: The best Shota Imanaga comparisons; latest on Wander Franco
Plus: The best free agents who have yet to be signed.
JANUARY 4
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THEATHLETIC.COM
Get to know Shōta Imanaga
There's more than one Japanese star pitcher who could be coming to the Major Leagues next season. Yoshinobu Yamamoto is the marquee name, bu...
NOVEMBER 9, 2023
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MLB.COM
Japanese ace Imanaga to be posted this offseason (sources)
Shōta Imanaga began 2023 by starting the World Baseball Classic gold medal game against Team USA. He could end the year with a move to Major...
SEPTEMBER 6, 2023
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MLB.COM
Ben Verlander on WBC title game between USA and Japan
World Baseball Classic reporter Ben Verlander previews USA and Japan matchup.
MARCH 21, 2023
Who is Shota Imanaga? Stats, career timeline for Japan WBC championship starting pitcher vs. USA
Japan is set to start Shota Imanaga against the United States in the World Baseball Classic final.
MARCH 21, 2023
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SPORTINGNEWS.COM
WBC championship preview: USA faces fiercest test yet in clash with Japan
While Japan looks to become the WBC's first three-time winner, Team USA might need a clutch performance from its unheralded pitching staff t...
MARCH 21, 2023
Three futures bets to make now to win the 2023 World Baseball Classic
The World Baseball Classic starts on March 7 on FOX Sports, so it's time to look at some best bets. Read for Edward Egros' three best future...
MARCH 2, 2023