The Latest Breaking News from Shota Imanaga

A person familiar with the decision tells The Associated Press that left-hander Shoto Imanaga became eligible for free agency when the Chicago Cubs declined an option to keep his contract by guaranteeing $57 million for the 2026-28 seasons and he turned down a $15.25 million option for 2026

The starting pitcher has had two standout years in Chicago.

The Cubs are expected to make some moves before the trade deadline.

Chicago welcomed back a key pitching piece.

Hoyer says the Cubs will go after pitching to add depth to their rotation and bullpen.

Imanaga suffered a hamstring injury on Sunday while attempting a double play.

The Cubs pitcher is getting creative.

This time, the Cubs' Shota Imanaga gave the Pirates' Paul Skenes a pitching tip before a game between the two clubs.

Quentin Grimes went off for 46 points for the Sixers, surpassing a career high he had previously set just two weeks ago.