Summary
The New York Yankees are considering signing Tatsuya Imai, a pitcher from Japan's baseball league, to improve their starting rotation. Imai, who is 27 years old, has shown strong performance statistics in Japan, which could benefit the Yankees.
Key Facts
- The Yankees are looking to strengthen their starting pitcher lineup before spring training.
- The starting pitching market is becoming limited, but the Yankees have several options.
- Tatsuya Imai must sign with a team by January 2 at 5 p.m.
- Imai has a strong track record in Japan with a 1.92 ERA last season.
- His performance in Japan shows he can handle baserunners well, which is crucial in MLB.
- Imai would help safeguard the Yankees' rotation, even when injured players return.
- Adding Imai could provide long-term benefits since he is only 27 years old.
