The Cubs are poised to add an impact player with their first major-league free agent signing of the offseason. They are nearing a deal with left-hander Shōta Imanaga, according to multiple reports. The deal would not be finalized until he underwent a physical.
Teams involved in the late stages of Imanaga’s free agency reportedly also included the Red Sox, Giants and Angels, although there were conflicting reports on which were finalists. Imanaga’s 45-day posting is set to expire Thursday.
