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Shota Imanaga

Shota Imanaga sprints to cover first base

Shota Imanaga suffers injury during hustle play

Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga left Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers after suffering an injury. For the second time in as many starts, Imanaga was forced to leave the game early due to a lower-body injury. The Cubs and Brewers …

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Shota Imanaga had unusual answer to what he misses about Japan

Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga has become well-known for his unique personality since he made his MLB debut last year, and he dropped another unique quote recently. Imanaga was asked in a recent interview what he misses most about his home …

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Cubs pull controversial move with Shota Imanaga during no-hitter attempt

Shota Imanaga was a victim of circumstance in his bid for a no-hitter on Wednesday. The Chicago Cubs lefty Imanaga dominated the Pittsburgh Pirates at Wrigley Field, firing seven no-hit innings with just two walks and seven strikeouts. Imanaga still …

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Shota Imanaga’s ERA exploded after bad outing

Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga saw his ERA skyrocket after being hammered by the New York Mets on Friday night.

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Shota Imanaga has a new name on his locker in Cubs’ clubhouse

Shota Imanaga has been a star this season for the Chicago Cubs and has made his name known among the fans. He also apparently is developing a second identity. Marquee Sports Cubs reporter Andy Martinez reported via X on Friday that Imanaga’s …

Shota Imanaga delivers a pitch

Shota Imanaga has scary comments for opposing hitters

Shota Imanaga wants you all to know that this isn’t even his final form yet. The Chicago Cubs rookie star Imanaga appeared Thursday for an interview on “The Pat McAfee Show.” Imanaga appeared alongside his translator Edwin …

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Shota Imanaga shares his biggest surprise of being in America

Shota Imanaga seems to have adjusted to life in America rather quickly, but you probably could never guess what has surprised the Chicago Cubs star the most about his new home. In an interview with MLB Network on Thursday, Imanaga was asked to share …

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Shota Imanaga had hilarious quote about playing in New York

Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga played his first MLB game in New York on Wednesday, but the Japanese star said his surroundings looked quite familiar. Imanaga had another outstanding outing in Chicago’s 1-0 win over the New York Mets at Citi …

Shota Imanaga looks to the sky

Cubs pitcher had great reaction after dodging a bullet

Just about everything has gone right for Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga in his first MLB season, and even he knew he got away with one big mistake during Saturday’s game against the Miami Marlins. Imanaga recorded his third win of the …

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Shota Imanaga decides which MLB team to sign with

Shota Imanaga has decided to sign with a team that is no stranger to Japanese talent. Bob Nightengale of USA Today reported Tuesday that the star lefty pitcher Imanaga has reached a tentative agreement to sign with the Chicago Cubs. Imanaga will be …

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Report: Shota Imanaga highly likely to sign with 1 team

Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga is almost certain to sign with an MLB team by the end of the week, and one has reportedly emerged as a heavy favorite to land him. All signs point to Imanaga signing with the San Francisco Giants, according to Mark …

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4 finalists for Shota Imanaga revealed

Four teams reportedly are considered to be the finalists for Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga. Jim Bowden, a former MLB GM and current reporter for CBS Sports, reported via X on Friday that the Boston Red Sox, Chicago Cubs, Los Angeles Angels and San …

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Shota Imanaga expected to sign in MLB for over $100 million?

If you thought MLB teams were done spending big money on Japanese players this offseason, think again. Shota Imanaga has been posted by the Yokohama BayStars and is receiving interest from MLB teams. ESPN’s Jeff Passan says Imanaga is expected …

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