Red Sox eye Shota Imanaga for potential offseason signing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 1:10 PM
Last updated Nov 8, 2026
The Boston Red Sox are considering a move for Shota Imanaga, a left-hander formerly with the Chicago Cubs, as they look to bolster their pitching rotation this offseason. With potential losses like Sonny Gray, adding Imanaga could enhance their depth. Expectations of Imanaga's performance include concerns about home runs allowed during his previous seasons. Red Sox chief Craig Breslow had previously expressed interest in Imanaga while scouting him.
- •Boston Red Sox interested in Shota Imanaga for offseason enhancement
- •Imanaga previously played for the Chicago Cubs
- •Potential loss of Sonny Gray may drive pitching needs
- •Concerns linger about Imanaga's home run issues in past seasons
- 1:10 PMYahoo Sports — Red Sox's Former Interest in Cubs Ace Could Lead to Offseason Signing Now
"The left-hander would be a nice addition for the Red Sox.
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