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Cubs Extend Qualifying Offers to Shota Imanaga, Kyle Tucker

Cubs Extend Qualifying Offers to Shota Imanaga, Kyle Tucker

Summary

The Chicago Cubs extended qualifying offers to pitcher Shota Imanaga and outfielder Kyle Tucker, worth $22.05 million each. If the players decline the offers, the Cubs will receive extra draft picks. Tucker is expected to decline, while Imanaga might accept due to market conditions.

Key Facts

  • The Cubs made qualifying offers to Shota Imanaga and Kyle Tucker for $22.05 million.
  • Qualifying offers can lead to extra draft picks if declined.
  • Kyle Tucker is expected to reject the offer, as he might earn around $400 million in free agency.
  • Previously, the Cubs declined a $15 million option on Imanaga, and he also rejected a similar option, becoming a free agent.
  • Imanaga struggled in the latter part of the season, and a $7 million pay raise offer was unexpected.
  • Imanaga might accept the qualifying offer, as higher offers in free agency seem unlikely.
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