Summary
The Chicago Cubs are considering signing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai for $154 million to strengthen their pitching roster. The Cubs kept Shota Imanaga on a qualifying offer but are exploring more options to improve their team. Signing Imai could address their pitching struggles from last season.
Key Facts
- The Chicago Cubs need to improve their pitching staff this offseason.
- The Cubs retained pitcher Shota Imanaga on a qualifying offer.
- They are interested in signing international free agent Tatsuya Imai.
- Imai's deal is expected to be around $154 million.
- Other cities like New York, Los Angeles, and Boston also show interest in Imai.
- The Cubs have financial flexibility to potentially sign Imai.
- Adding Imai could help the Cubs compete more effectively in future games.
