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Latest On Shota Imanaga’s Market

By Anthony Franco | January 3, 2024 at 6:31pm CDT

Shota Imanaga is among the more intriguing starting pitchers still on the free agent market. The Japanese left-hander became available to MLB teams on November 27, when he was formally posted by the Yokohama BayStars.

That opened a 45-day window for Imanaga to sign with a major league club. He’ll need to ink a contract with an MLB team by January 11 if he’s to make the jump to North America this offseason. With eight days to go, it’s little surprise Jeff Passan of ESPN reports that Imanaga’s market will gain steam this week. Alex Speier of the Boston Globe reported around Christmas the southpaw was planning a trip to meet with interested teams shortly after the New Year.

The Red Sox, Giants, Mets and Cubs are among the teams that have been connected to Imanaga since his posting window opened. In mid-December, Jon Heyman of the New York Post also listed the Yankees as a team that was keeping an eye on Imanaga as a fallback option if they missed on Yoshinobu Yamamoto.

However, Heyman suggested in an appearance on Bleacher Report this afternoon (X link) that the Yankees weren’t enamored with the southpaw. Imanaga allowed 17 home runs in 148 innings a season ago, the second-most in Japan’s top league. New York’s front office seemingly has concerns about how well he’d profile in a park as hitter-friendly as Yankee Stadium.

Despite the home run concerns, the 30-year-old is going to do quite well financially. Imanaga led NPB with 174 strikeouts while issuing only 24 walks (a meager 4% rate). Some evaluators project him as a mid-rotation starter. Passan reiterated this morning that many executives feel he’ll land a contract in excess of $100MM. That’d be well above the five-year, $75MM pact secured by Kodai Senga last winter even though Senga was arguably coming off a better platform showing.

Senga had allowed just seven homers with a 27.5% strikeout rate and a sparkling 1.94 ERA in 2022. Imanaga had a slightly superior strikeout percentage (29.2%) and allowed 2.80 earned runs per nine last year. Senga was also entering his age-30 season. Unlike Imanaga, he was a true free agent, so the Mets weren’t required to send any compensation to his NPB club. Any team that signs Imanaga would owe the BayStars a fee valued at 20% of the contract’s first $25MM, 17.5% of the next $25MM, and 15% of further spending.

That said, it’s possible teams harbored reservations about Senga’s health that they won’t have regarding Imanaga. The Mets reportedly expressed some trepidation with his elbow during their physical. That obviously didn’t scuttle the deal, but it could’ve factored into his earning potential.

Imanaga may also benefit from the success Senga had in his first MLB campaign. The righty finished runner-up in NL Rookie of the Year balloting after posting a 2.98 ERA across 166 1/3 innings. That Senga looked like more than a mid-rotation starter in his first MLB season could give some clubs added confidence in projecting Imanaga’s ability to handle big league hitters with a fairly similar projection.

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  1. 99CaptainJudge99

    2 years ago

    Please tell the trusted Jon Heyman that the Yankees are out on Shoto Imanaga.

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  2. eznod

    2 years ago

    Wake up Cubs!
    Do something.

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    • Don Zimmer

      2 years ago

      Anything!

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      • avenger65

        2 years ago

        The way things are going, he’ll probably sign with a west coast team.

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        • 99CaptainJudge99

          2 years ago

          avenger65- Yeah I was definitely thinking the San Francisco Giants, since he’s a fly ball pitcher, he’d likely get lit up at Wrigley or Fenway.

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      • cubfanforever

        2 years ago

        I fully expect the Cubs to announce a significant signing or two before the Cubs convention next weekend.

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        • 99CaptainJudge99

          2 years ago

          Yes, and hopefully that signing is Cody Bellinger.

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      • asdfgh

        2 years ago

        Haha as a Cards fan I am enjoying the Cubs fans having meltdowns. Oh how ye talked so much smack with the new manager and what say ye now?

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        • LetTheGoodTimesROFL

          2 years ago

          I wouldn’t really call it a melt down. It could just he impatience. I mean they could have went the AARP route like the Cardinals did.

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        • Joe Robbins

          2 years ago

          As a Cardinals fan even I have to laugh at that. Good one there. We seem to be getting older by the minute. Gray is awesome. Those other guys, well we didn’t need both. They are so average, and that’s if we get lucky this year. Lynn is scary to me. He’s truly washed up I believe.

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    • acoss13

      2 years ago

      Jed is comatose.

      He really should be kicking the tires a little harder on Imanaga. Wrigley Field is a pitcher-friendly ballpark and there are good defenders at all three spots. CF isn’t set right now, but PCA is an option and he’s a great defender.

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      • drasco036

        2 years ago

        I don’t know why people imply Wrigley is a hitters paradise. Wrigley almost always plays neutral due to its dimensions and wind patters. If a guy is a gap to gap hitter line drive hitter, he would profile well but pull hitters see a lot of home runs die in the well or knocked down by the wind. Also, in the spring and fall, when it gets cold, Wrigley definitely turns into a pitchers park.

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  3. Joel P

    2 years ago

    Yankees I think need more of a sure thing. Red Sox make the most sense imo.

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    • roiste

      2 years ago

      The Red Sox really should sign Montgomery. But if they absolutely insist he’s too expensive Imanaga is the best other option (I’d rather him than Snell). While it’s a pitchers’ park, Fenway is basically neutral for homers, and Andrew Bailey did great work helping homer-prone guys in SF.

      They’d still need to add another pitcher by trade to be real playoff contenders, but Imanaga would be a nice fit for them.

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      • Canuckleball

        2 years ago

        Fenway is the second most hitter friendly park in the league by statcast, but yes, it is effectively league average for homers.

        Guessing you meant to say hitters park.

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        • roiste

          2 years ago

          Yes indeed

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Statcast has Fenway neutral, in terms of HRs, for RHHs with a PF of 100. It’s less than neutral for LHHs, though not by a huge amount, with a PF of 97.

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      • Joel P

        2 years ago

        Montgomery I think is a better fit for a team that is a more likely contender in 2024. The Red Sox need upside more than stability imo. You get Imanaga and if he looks good his first year you sign a Montgomery esque starter next year.

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        • roiste

          2 years ago

          Yeah, that’s a good point. Imanaga’s also a year younger than Montgomery, which makes more sense with their timeline.

          The Red Sox defense and Fenway’s tendency to inflate batting averages also probably aren’t a good match with Montgomery’s pitch-to-contact approach

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        • Joel P

          2 years ago

          Yeah Red Sox could use a strikeout guy but one who doesn’t walk a bunch like Snell. And they have some depth so a risky guy makes sense. I feel like I am describing Sale but oh well someone like him.

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        • roiste

          2 years ago

          Eh, the problem with Sale is availability.. They need guys who can reliably give them innings more than anything else. I was fine seeing them move on

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    • Pete'sView

      2 years ago

      Joel P — I think the same goes for the Giants; they’ll need a MLB top of the rotation guy, either in trade or FA.

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      • Joel P

        2 years ago

        Giants are in a tough spot. They need top of the rotation pitching and have money to spend. But they can’t realistically think they are catching the Dodgers immediately and the Diamondbacks went to the WS last year. I think the Giants get Snell if he pitches like an ace they got a shot if he doesn’t well he doesnt.

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        • Simm

          2 years ago

          Even if they get snell they aren’t catching the dodgers. Which doesn’t even matter because it’s just about being able to make the playoffs.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Going into last year nobody thought the D’backs were much competition for the Dodgers either. It’s baseball. Every season has surprising teams; both those better than expected, and disappointments.

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        • Simm

          2 years ago

          They were competition for the dodgers in the regular season. As I stated it’s just about making the post season. The Dodgers can keep winning a 100 games a year and it doesn’t matter if they keep getting bounced in the playoffs.

          But to expect the giants to compete for the division with or without a great snell isn’t happening.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          The D’back won only 5 more games than the Giants did last season. And that was after the Giants finished out the season going 8 and 31 from mid-August on. Due probably to Kapler losing the clubhouse.

          The mistake many people make is thinking teams are who they are at the current moment in time. I wouldn’t pick the Giants as a playoff team right now, but them being one is certainly within the realm of possibility.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Also the Giants were 6-7 against the Dodgers last season.

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        • Joel P

          2 years ago

          Yeah I think the Giants can be a playoff team next year but I would aim for upside over reliability. Like Snell and not Montgomery for example. The Giants need a lot more than 1 pitcher but I think they will get that.

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        • TheBull

          2 years ago

          @Jean Matrac Giants a playoff team???

          Have completely lost touch with reality? The Giants aren’t winning the NL West. And There are only 3 Wild Card Spots. So, who exactly would they bump to obtain a wild card spot?

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Your reading comprehension is atrocious. This is what I wrote: ” I wouldn’t pick the Giants as a playoff team right now, but them being one is certainly within the realm of possibility.”. That’s hardly predicting them as a playoff team. Unless you’re saying it’s a total impossibility, which would make you look like a total baseball neophyte.

          The Marlins and D’backs made the playoffs winning only 5 games more than the Giants last season.. The offseason is far from from over. If anyone is delusional it’s you.

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        • Pete'sView

          2 years ago

          I don’t think having or not having Snell keeps them from the playoffs as long as the rotation is strengthened with a #1 or #2 starter.

          I also believe the Giants will add another bat, either by trade or FA.

          I just want them to stay far away from Chapman.

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        • Simm

          2 years ago

          That has nothing to do with the dodgers. You were talking about them using the dodgers as a measuring stick. Sure they can make the playoffs but the odds are near zero they win the division. Everything would have to line up beyond perfectly right.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Pete, I agree. The problem is beyond Snell and Montgomery the pickings are slim. I also don’t see a FA bat for the Giants to sign either. A trade does seem possible for both needs .Totally agree about Chapman, and I don’t like the idea of Bellinger either.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Simm, I agree somewhat. Right now, every team is in the same boat with the Giants in re to the division. The odds might be long, very long in fact, but I wouldn’t put the Giants odds at near zero.

          Every season has surprises, and there are plenty of holdovers from the 107-win team. Not that I’d pick anyone but the Dodgers, but I wouldn’t be surprised if your Padres took the division away from them. There’s still a ton of talent on that team. I would put the Giants chances of a division title behind everyone but the Rockies though.

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        • Pete'sView

          2 years ago

          Jean Matrac,
          I don’t—in general—want Bellinger. But we need another bat, and as unsure pa layer he will be going forward, he MIGHT end of being the best of what’s available. He’d certainly shore up the outfield defense in Oracle’s large RF, although Yaz does a great job out there.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Bellinger’s floor is a little scary, 2 seasons combined for a 66 OPS+ before last season’s bounce back. Of course, his ceiling is pretty high as well, if the bounce back is real.

          No doubt he could be productive, but the gamble in terms of how many years he’ll command scares me. MLBTR predicts a 12 year deal. Even if he could be signed for less, like 10, if he turns back into a pumpkin, that’s a long to have a highly paid, unproductive guy on the roster. Every FA is a gamble, but this is one I think Zaidi should not make.

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        • Joel P

          2 years ago

          I have a hard time believing Bellinger gets 12 years or even 10. But then again some silly contracts were handed out last year I didn’t believe would happen.

          Bellinger has a low floor correct. His swing requires a lot of concentration and has a lot of moving parts. He could fall apart again or he could legit be the best hitter in baseball for a few years. Lot of risk lot of reward.

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        • Pete'sView

          2 years ago

          12 years for Bellinger or even 10, I would hope the Giants would walk away. I’d say 5-6 tops, and if he can get more from another team, great, say goodbye.

          Even at 5 years, he’s risky. And where does he fit? RF? Yaz is damn good in RF, so LF?

          No point in bouncing LaMonte—he’s doing a fine job and Belli at first squanders his greatest strength in the OF.

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      • TheBull

        2 years ago

        @Pete’sView SF needs Hitters. Worst team in the league last year in OPS, SLG, Runs Scored, Hits
        The Giants bats are dreadful. A bunch of 4A guys and injury prone mediocre veterans

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        • Pete'sView

          2 years ago

          I’m glad you’re so sure of the quality of the Giants. It will make for an interesting year.

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  4. cpdpoet

    2 years ago

    Hopefully we get some more connected teams by tomorrow and the reasons for…I know there are the obvious ones, but just want MLBTR’s expanded take.
    And do wonder if my Phillies are doing more than kicking the tires?

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      I do see the Phils as a option, we have seen teams with a great 1-2 punch still go after a 3rd like the dodgers and considering the Phils dont have much after that, I think they are a sleeper team on Imanaga.

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  5. Lefty_Orioles_Fan

    2 years ago

    If Woo Suk can be signed…..

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  6. Jabronie23

    2 years ago

    Don’t know why the Cardinals aren’t all over him. He’d be a perfect fit imo.

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  7. swanhenge

    2 years ago

    I’m good w Ima going to Bos, but I hope there would at least beone more SP brought in.

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    • richardc

      2 years ago

      I could see the Sox going after Imanaga, and then I think they’ll finish their staff up by signing either Stroman or possibly a guy like Sean Manaea.

      I think any of the three would be solid pickups for the Red Sox, but if they could get two of the three it would definitely go a long way towards helping them bounce back and getting closer to making a run at a WC spot.

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      • roiste

        2 years ago

        If Imanaga is signed, any other pitcher would almost certainly come by trade. Especially if they get Teoscar Hernandez, they basically have to move at least one of their outfielders. Nick Yorke is also completely superfluous with Grissom around.

        Stroman is a good pitcher but he’s a horrible fit for the Red Sox – lots of grounders and not a lot of strikeouts isn’t going to work with Devers, Casas, and Grissom playing behind him.

        Manaea’s a good cheaper option who I could could get behind.

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    • Big whiffa

      2 years ago

      He the guy they told they need to free up money to sign ?? That’s my bet

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  8. jvent

    2 years ago

    Mets should do something, come on sign someone good already

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    • KennyF’nPowers

      2 years ago

      With Citi Field not being a HR Park it’s a good fit for Imanaga.

      If Alonzo didn’t play his Home games there you could tack on another 5-10 HR’s a year for him.

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      • drasco036

        2 years ago

        Not according to his expected home run by park or xHR on statcast.

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  9. Old York

    2 years ago

    I thought he would sign with the Yankees but clearly the Yankees are not interested in winning this year.

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    • richardc

      2 years ago

      I believe the Yankees are going to get either Snell or Montgomery, so I wouldn’t really worry too much.

      I think they’ll ultimately land Montgomery, and I think that would be a great signing for them.

      I really don’t think you want the Yankees signing Imanaga. His tendencies don’t mesh very well with Yankee Stadium.

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      • Pete'sView

        2 years ago

        Perhaps you don’t remember that Jordan Montgomery had unpleasant things to say about the Yankees when he left.

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        • AirY0rdan

          2 years ago

          Perhaps that was a media stirrup that was such cap. Nothing happened, idk why media thought he was mad just cuz he got traded for bader, he said himslf no “bad blood”

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        • 99CaptainJudge99

          2 years ago

          @AirYordan- Exactly Monty would definitely have no problem rejoining the Yankees, truth be told he never wanted to leave. The Yankees obviously made a mistake not trusting his fastball more, and by not having faith in him by saying he wouldn’t have a playoff start, if he would of stayed and not been traded for Harrison Bader. Expect Monty to be the #3 starter on this pitching staff if he returns.

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      • Old York

        2 years ago

        @richardc

        If you’re worried about HRs being surrendered, I’d suggest avoiding Montgomery completely as he has a career 2.87% HR-rate and in Yankee Stadium, that increased to 3.13%.

        Looking at Snell, during his time with TB, which is supposed to be a pitcher park, he had a 2.88% career HR-surrender rate. After joining SD, that dropped and he now has a 2.48% HR-surrender rate.

        Imanaga has a career 2.59% HR-surrender rate and he pitches in an even smaller stadium than Yankee Stadium.

        Yokohama
        RF 308
        CF 387
        LF 308

        New York
        RF 385
        CF 408
        LF 318

        The one saving grace in your argument is that Yankee Stadium’s outfield walls are 8+ feet high compared to Yokohama’s at 16 feet.

        In conclusion, if you’re worried about him surrendering HRs, I’d also avoid Snell & especially Montgomery but that’s just my opinion.

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        • Gwynning

          2 years ago

          York- RF in Yankee Stadium is 314′

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        • Old York

          2 years ago

          @Gwynning

          How did I mess that up? Thank you for the correction. My point remains that he pitches in a small park as it is so it’s not like it wouldn’t translate well to MLB.

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      • Old York

        2 years ago

        @richardc

        BTW, here’s a breakdown of his pitching data for 2023.

        baseballdata.jp/playerP/1500061.html

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  10. 99CaptainJudge99

    2 years ago

    A fly ball pitcher at Yankee Stadium isn’t a good idea. Monty is definitely the way to go for the Yankees.

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  11. AndyWarpath

    2 years ago

    ….frisco….

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    • richardc

      2 years ago

      Imanaga would be a great fit for the Giants, excellent idea.

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      • oldgfan

        2 years ago

        Why would SFG need another back of the rotation guy ? They have about 5 already. They need another front end guy. Not to mention they have wasted enough time chasing these future Fodgers this offseason. Really hope they are smart enough to hard pass on this guy.

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      • Jean Matrac

        2 years ago

        I guess some perceive Imanaga as more of a mid-rotation guy instead of a back rotation guy. I also see the Giants using a number of their young pitchers in 2024. Young pitching is very unreliable, and it would be smart to have a number of more veteran guys to rely on.

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      • oldgfan

        2 years ago

        Stripling, DeSclafani are those guys.
        Do they need another lefty? absolutely. I just can’t get on board the Tokyo express anymore. I honestly feel these guys are manipulating their markets and driving the salaries knowing all along the target is LAD. That said if SFG does land him I would get behind it because I’m a fan. Maybe he would benefit from a pitcher friendly park.

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      • Jean Matrac

        2 years ago

        The wise thing to do would not be to depend on both Stripling and DeSclafani.. Better odds are to bank on only one of the 2. And it’s possible neither are productive. I thought they had good depth last year which turned out to not be the case. It’s literally true that teams can’t have too much pitching.

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      • oldgfan

        2 years ago

        Your right.

        Webb
        Snell / Monty
        Cobb
        Harrison
        Beck/ Winn

        Stripling/DeSclafani
        Long relief or “depth “and early for Cobb starts.

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  12. CityofChampions

    2 years ago

    Please do! I hope the Yankees sign snell or Monty to a 6+ year deal. I hope they extend Soto for 15 years after that!

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      Soto wouldnt be extended more then 13 years buddy….

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      • Jean Matrac

        2 years ago

        I disagree. Soto will be entering free-agency in his age 26 season. 13 years would be through his age 38 season. Judge is signed through his age 39 season. Machado and Bogaerts are both signed through their age 40 seasons. It’s almost guaranteed that some team will offer him a deal through his age 39 or 40 seasons. So a 14 or 15 year deal is probable.

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        • AirY0rdan

          2 years ago

          lol my i brain farted there. its so hard to remember soto is only 25 loll

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  13. FatChance65

    2 years ago

    The Red Sox are interested in everything except winning.

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      faxxx

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  14. gravel

    2 years ago

    Come on (insert team/gm/pobo), do something!

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  15. DJboy28 2

    2 years ago

    Lmao yeah and your Yankees have done so well over the last 15 years?!! Lmao you guys just signed a wasted $150 million plus on an ex Giants pitcher!! Last time I checked Zito and Samardjiza won a Championship

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    • TheBull

      2 years ago

      @Djboys28 Jeff Samardjiza never won a Championship.

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  16. AirY0rdan

    2 years ago

    I really don’t think the Yanks are getting Imanga. I see the Mets as the favorite and I also see the Phillies as a option as well.

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      Yanks are getting Montgomery and I think there’s a chance they get Snell as well.

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    • 99CaptainJudge99

      2 years ago

      @BrianStrowman9- Yes, Monty for 6 years and a team option for a 7th season would make plenty of sense. $192.50 for 6 years could get it done. Doubt most teams are willing to go to $30 million annually, for him. We’ll see.

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    • Yankee Clipper

      2 years ago

      According to Passan the Yankees are interested in Luzardo. Not sure how I feel about that, but I feel better than if they were interested in Imanaga. Lizardo would be a good addition, depending on the cost of acquisition.

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      • AirY0rdan

        2 years ago

        According to everyone the Yankees are intrested in everyone, I’m tired of hearing it, steinbrenner said it himself, their gonna be intrested in everyone this offseason. wake me up when their getting close to a deal.

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        • Yankee Clipper

          2 years ago

          I agree, but Passan is different. He’s perhaps the most connected and accurate media person there is regarding the Yankees. If he says it, it usually means something is brewing.

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        • AirY0rdan

          2 years ago

          Could be but in general when the words “intrested” come up about the Yankees regarding a player, it honestly means nothing for me regardless of who said it.

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      • CityofChampions

        2 years ago

        I like Luzardo but what are the Yankees gonna give up at this point?

        Jones & Hampton? & Peraza? The Marlins are gonna get a lot for his 3 years of affordable control.

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        • Yankee Clipper

          2 years ago

          Brian: I agree with Oscar (and you) that the initial proposal begins with Miami asking for Jones, Peraza, and Hampton. Although, the Yankees have a lot of prospect talent in their system (contrary to popular belief).

          I could easily see this potential trade necessitating four to five Yankees prospects because of Luzardo’s talent coupled with his remaining years of control (I believe it’s until ‘26?).

          Anyway, that’s why I remarked about the concern being the cost. I believe the Yankees have enough to get a deal done, but I know other prospect-laden teams (say the O’s for an easy example) could outbid the Yankees if they chose to.

          I also believe Cashman is going to seriously balk at whatever the Marlins asking price will be, especially after the prospects he gave up for Soto and Verdugo.

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        • 99CaptainJudge99

          2 years ago

          Hey Clipp, not giving up Jasson Dominguez, Spencer Jones, or Oswald Peraza in a Jesus Luzardo or Corbin Burnes trade. Everson Pereira, George Lombard, Ben Rice and either Clarke Schmidt or Chase Hampton seems more doable for either pitcher though. Dylan Cease I feel will be traded to the Yankees for that type of package to be their #2, and I feel Monty will sign here to be their #3. We’ll see what happens. I like Edward Cabrera better then Jesus Lazardo in a trade with the Marlins, considering he’d be the cheaper get. Lmk.

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        • Yankee Clipper

          2 years ago

          Yeah, I tend to agree CJ99. I mean, I’m not a fan of hugging prospects, but 1) Dominguez isn’t a prospect anymore in my view, and 2) I’ve really bought into Jones’ tools. I was never very high on Volpe as a prospect, and it’s been a long time since I’ve really been convinced a prospect is going to be really, really good; but I think Jones will be. Obviously, Dominguez is excluded because his hype was so high from the beginning, so believing he will be isn’t a surprise to anyone.

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      • The real Oscar Gamble

        2 years ago

        I think that conversation starts with Spencer Jones and Hampton

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      • slider32

        2 years ago

        I think Cabrera is more likely for the Yanks, and Clevenger. They both would be good moves and wouldn’t cost that much. I would give Clevenger a 2/3 year deal, maybe 2/26. Cabrera would cost the Yanks, They also need a relief pitcher either Hicks or Stephenson. Plus the Yanks don’t need another lefty starter, they need a righty.

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  17. 99CaptainJudge99

    2 years ago

    No it’s definitely one or the other. The Yankees would be wise to pass on Snell, and sign Monty. If they trade, Dylan Cease would definitely be cheaper then trading for Corbin Burnes who will cost a fortune as far as trading for him, and signing him to an extension. Burnes is just a rental.

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      True. Snell gonna demand a fortune and if they did wanna get a 3rd solid SP pitching market the way to go for them

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  18. Candlestoked

    2 years ago

    正太・イマナガ、サンフランシスコへようこそ!

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    • Pete'sView

      2 years ago

      Candelstoked — Could be but I think Giants need to shoot higher than a mid-rotation arm.

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      • 99CaptainJudge99

        2 years ago

        Blake Snell or Shota Imagana makes the most sense for the Giants. I’m shocked they are not trying to sign Cody Bellinger also. The Giants have all this $ they haven’t spent yet.

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    • cpdpoet

      2 years ago

      Been abit, but was able to sound out Imanga, san fransisco and whatever yo-koso means.

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      • Bill M

        2 years ago

        Sauce on side

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  19. Redwolves3

    2 years ago

    Cautiously optimistic that Zaidi will finally sign Imanaga.

    At the same time I can’t help but think about the way Zaidi’s offseason has gone. So I’m not getting my hopes up too high.

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      Zaidi is insane at screwing up a FA siginings, never trust him lol.

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    • Pete'sView

      2 years ago

      Redwolves3 — If he signs Imanaga he needs to sign at least Jordan Montgomery or trade for a #1 or #2 as well.

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    • Big whiffa

      2 years ago

      If giants don’t get him – they signed the wrong guy

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  20. Cora the Destroya

    2 years ago

    Open up that purse, Chaim Breslow.

    At this point, I have no clue what to expect but I doubt the Red Sox sign him.

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      Idk why the Red Sox are in discussion for him….

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      • Cora the Destroya

        2 years ago

        I’m sure they’re interested, but only until the price rises

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        • CityofChampions

          2 years ago

          I was waiting for a Chaim Breslow or Craig Bloom to pop up

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        • AirY0rdan

          2 years ago

          I honestly just don’t see the Red Sox bidding against high market teams when their not even in serious contention right now. btw ur user is awesome, its a shame bloom sucked as a Gm woulda been cool since hes jewish.

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        • Cora the Destroya

          2 years ago

          The thing is, if they make the right deals, they could be in it to win it. We won in 2013 after having one of the worst teams in 2012. All it takes is one offseason if you pull the right strings.

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  21. Cubist

    2 years ago

    Not sure I understand the HR concern with Imanaga.

    HRs per 9 in 2023:

    Giolito 2.05
    Scherzer 1.66
    Nola 1.49
    Ohtani 1.23
    Darvish 1.19
    Imanaga 1.03

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    • grouchonyy

      2 years ago

      Imanaga vs Japanese hitters, the rest against mlbers. In addition, different ballparks. That’s why there is some concern

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      • CityofChampions

        2 years ago

        @grouch

        Yep. Huge concern. Look at pitchers coming over from Japan—their MLB HR rate spikes significantly. Imanaga doesn’t have the room for a 50% spike off of that number.

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    • slider32

      2 years ago

      My concern would be he has never pitched in the US.

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    • User 4014041831

      2 years ago

      Total HRs given is something to consider but some pitchers challenge hitters more early in the count with no runners on.
      Also some SP adjust how they pitch based on the score (say they have a lead of 4 or more) and some SPs pitch in hitter friendly parks.
      For me it’s just one piece of the puzzle when making an evaluation.
      For Shota there are so many other factors like coming to a new league, (size of ball, mound differences.) culture adjustment, mental make up and a whole lot more
      God made every human being different

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    • gbs42

      2 years ago

      Lots more power hitters in the majors.

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  22. RickEO

    2 years ago

    Keep sleeping on the Redsox. They will be a playoff team when all is said and done

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    • AirY0rdan

      2 years ago

      That is so unrealistic, dont keep your hopes up on a team who traded one of their best players and is in trade talks to trade more.

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    • Jean Matrac

      2 years ago

      I’d say the RS are not anywhere close to an automatic playoff team. But I also think the ALE is closer top to bottom than any other division. I’d be a little surprised, but it’s not outside the realm of probability/

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    • TheBull

      2 years ago

      Oh lord.

      LOL

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  23. YanksPhan42

    2 years ago

    As a Yankees fan, I have ZERO interest. You give up 17 dongs in a league where half the guys are 5’9 160 lbs, good luck in the show. Hitters know he can’t get his low 90’s fastball by them, so they’ll wait on his junk and tee off on it. No thank you!!

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    • Jean Matrac

      2 years ago

      Jose Altuve is 5′-6″ and he hit 17 HRs in 2023 against ML pitching. And he hit 28 the year before, and has 209 for his career.

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      • YanksPhan42

        2 years ago

        He’s obviously the outlier…..he’s not one of half the league. So unless you think the Japanese league is all Altuve’s, your attempt at a point is idiotic.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          What’s idiotic is posting something without actually verifying that it’s true. The average height in the NPB is 5′-11″, not 5′-9″.

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        • YanksPhan42

          2 years ago

          Clearly you’re missing the obvious point. The players in the Japanese league aren’t nearly as big or strong as in the show…..obviously….if you have any common sense whatsoever. So if he’s giving up 17 homers there, that doesn’t bode well for MLB. That’s why many team are walking around him….like my Yankees. No go home and get your shine box! Let the grown ups talk.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Grown-ups? You hardly sound like one. You tried to make your point like a teenager, writing a bad book report. If you want to sound like a grown-up maybe don’t post false information, and then muddy up the attempt with condescension..

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        • YanksPhan42

          2 years ago

          Yes, because you need to do in depth research to learn that baseball players in Japan are not as big and strong on average as in the US.
          You’re like that one annoying kid in class who acts like a know-it-all but in reality is the village idiot everyone rolls their eyes at.
          I’m done making you look ridiculous.
          Feel free to get the last one in too so you can celebrate in your moms basement. It will be the highlight of your year.

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        • Jean Matrac

          2 years ago

          Anyone that can’t talk baseball without personal attacks is simply pathetic.

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  24. 178iq

    2 years ago

    Bum.

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  25. BrandonJ33

    2 years ago

    Japanese? Left-handed?

    *gets Kei Igawa flashbacks*

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  26. John Bird

    2 years ago

    My best guess at this point would be Imanaga to the Mets, Snell to the Angels, Montgomery to the BoSox, Stroman to the Giants.

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  27. fox471 Dave

    2 years ago

    What’s going on with Julio Urias?

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    • drasco036

      2 years ago

      I doubt he pitches next year, most likely will follow Bauer to Japan (or Russell to the Mexican league). I believe he had to face indictment earlier this offseason.

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  28. joemoes

    2 years ago

    Kei igawa 2.0?

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  29. k-n

    2 years ago

    One should be noted that Imanaga’s Yokohama Stadium is one of the most hitter friendly parks remains in the NPB. Home to polls: 309.1 ft
    中堅 – 117.7 m(約386.2 ft)
    左右中間 – 111.4 m (約365 ft)

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  30. k-n

    2 years ago

    It should be noted that Imanaga’s Yokohama Stadium is one of the small hitter friendly parks in the NPB. Home to poles: 309.1 ft. Home to the center wall: 386.2 ft.

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  31. StuMan

    2 years ago

    Sign with the Angels. Bye bye Shohei, hello Shota.

    Reply
  32. CCooper8920

    2 years ago

    Please, please, please sign with the Giants.

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