Yankees Predicted to Miss Out on $135 Million Japanese Star
Summary
The New York Yankees are considering signing Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai. While the Yankees have been less active in player signings recently, they might be interested in Imai due to injuries to their current pitchers. However, ESPN predicts the San Francisco Giants might be more likely to sign him.Key Facts
- The Yankees have not been very active in free agency recently.
- Injuries could keep Yankees pitchers Carlos Rodón and Gerrit Cole out for the first month of the season.
- Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai is a popular choice among Yankees fans.
- Imai is 27, and his recent season in Japan had a 1.92 ERA.
- ESPN predicts the San Francisco Giants will likely sign Imai.
- Imai is expected to receive a six-year, $135 million contract.
- The Yankees finished fourth in rotation ERA in 2025.
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