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On YouTubeChicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 12
Chicago Cubs: One struggling pitcher could benefit from a move to the bullpen
The Chicago Cubs return to Wrigley for a series with the Pittsburgh Pirates, which kicks off a 10-game home stand. This home stand will test the Cubs’ endurance, as they haven’t had a day off in almost two weeks.
Chicago Cubs News / Last Word On Sports / June 11
Shota Imanaga Nearing Return for the Cubs
Looking back on last season, Shot Imanaga has been one of, if not the best, Cubs pitchers. He has been on the IL for over a month due to a hamstring strain against Milwaukee.
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Chicago Cubs News / On Tap Sports Net / June 10
It Sounds Like Shota Imanaga is on Track to Return Soon
Chicago Cubs Manager Craig Counsell said Shota Imanaga completed a clean outing in a rehab start for the Arizona Complex League yesterday. According to Counsell, Imanaga threw 26 pitches in what he described as "relatively clean" innings before tossing another 15 pitches in the bullpen.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 10
Chicago Cubs Ace Dominates in Injury Rehab Debut in Arizona Complex League
Shota Imanaga made his first injury rehab start for the Chicago Cubs during a game with the Arizona Complex League Cubs on Monday. The results were highly encouraging.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 9
Chicago Cubs manager provides update on key pitcher’s injury
The Chicago Cubs are awaiting the return of a couple of key pitchers injured during May. Shota Imanaga suffered a hamstring injury on May 4. Porter Hodge was placed on the injured list on May 18 with an oblique injury, but suffered a further setback with a hip impingement issue.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 8
Cubs Announce Shota Imanaga News Before Phillies Series
The Chicago Cubs lost their first series in a month on Sunday after being shut out by the Detroit Tigers 4-0, dropping two out of three games to the team with MLB's best record. Chicago will next take on the Philadelphia Phillies in a three-game series starting Monday before returning home for a 10-game homestand.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / June 8
Chicago Cubs Injured Ace Throws Bullpen, Set for First Live Game
There is good news surrounding the injury recovery of Chicago Cubs left-handed starting pitcher Shota Imanaga. The 31-year-old threw a 37-pitch bullpen session in Arizona on Saturday, per Marquee Sports’ Taylor McGregor.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / June 6
Report: Chicago Cubs have checked in on struggling Cy Young winner, willing to absorb full salary
The Chicago Cubs, as of this writing, have the best record in the National League and sit atop the NL Central Division with a 5-game lead over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 4
Cubs Given Major Update on Shota Imanaga's Potential Return
The Chicago Cubs have played excellent baseball to start the year, and when factoring in the injuries they’ve faced on the mound, it makes things even more impressive.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / June 1
Cubs Trade Idea Lands Rays' 3.86 ERA Veteran Amid Shota Imanaga News
The Chicago Cubs' offense has been the primary catalyst for their first-place standing in the National League Central. The potent lineup, consisting of
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 29
Cubs’ Craig Counsell reveals Shota Imanaga rehab step
The Chicago Cubs continue to lead the National League Central with a 35-21 record. Chicago will carry the 35-21 record into Friday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.
Chicago Cubs News / MLB on ClutchPoints / May 28
Cubs’ Shota Imanaga injury update making fans impatient
The Chicago Cubs are hoping to get their star ace, Shota Imanaga, back in the rotation as soon as possible. Injuries have taken over the game, and the Cubs are currently dealing with some of the worst of it.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 27
Cubs Trade Idea Lands $40 Million Star Amid Shota Imanaga News
There are expected to be a few very good arms available at the trade deadline, something the Chicago Cubs will have to be hopeful for. Looking at potential options around the league, Baltimore Orioles right-handers Zach Eflin could be one of them.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 23
Cubs Predicted to Make Tough Decision on Starter When Shota Imanaga Returns
What do the Chicago Cubs do once starting pitcher Shota Imanaga is healthy? The southpaw is expected back sometime in late June, a welcome sight for manager Craig Counsell and a rotation in need of his services, but who is the odd man out?
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 20
Cubs' Craig Counsell Provides Injury Timeline For Shota Imanaga
The Chicago Cubs have lost multiple top starting pitchers in 2025. With Justin Steele done for the year and Javier Assad facing a setback in his recovery, the attention falls on Shota Imanaga. Imanaga is dealing with a mild left hamstring strain and was placed on the 15-day injured list on May 5.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 20
Cubs Manager Drops Health Updates on Shota Imanaga, Porter Hodge
The Chicago Cubs are off to a high-quality start in 2025, putting up a 28-20 record and sitting atop the National League Central. This has been fueled by a mix of talent and strong depth, which has been tested in the early month and a half of the season, with injuries beginning to pile up for the club.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 19
Chicago Cubs’ closer to hit the IL with oblique injury
Injuries have hit the Chicago Cubs’ pitching staff hard so far this season after the front office did their best to bolster it in the offseason. Shota Imanaga is currently on the IL with a hamstring strain, and he won’t be back on the hill until June.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 19
The Chicago Cubs get a positive injury update on their Ace
The Chicago Cubs have been lucky this season and haven’t had too many injuries outside of Justin Steele, who will miss the rest of the year after undergoing Tommy John surgery.
Chicago Cubs News / Athlon Sports / May 19
Cubs GM Gives Health Update on Left-Hander Shota Imanaga
The Chicago Cubs took care of business against a brutal Chicago White Sox team over the weekend, sweeping them in their three-game set. The Cubs will take on the Miami Marlins, Cincinnati Reds, Colorado Rockies, and Washington Nationals until June 5.
Chicago Cubs News / Chicago Cubs on SI / May 19
Cubs General Manager Provides Key Injury Updates on Shota Imanaga and Ian Happ
The Chicago Cubs have had a spectacular start to the 2025 season, with a 27-19 record to their name, they stand atop the National League Central. Over the course of the early part of the year they have had quite a few injury setbacks however, including Javier Assad, Justin Steele, and more recently, Shota Imanaga alongside Ian Happ.
Chicago Cubs News / ChiCitySports / May 4
Chicago Cubs’ Shota Imanaga expected to miss time due to hamstring: Report
The Chicago Cubs are going to need to look for outside pitching help as their starting rotation received another troubling update on Sunday. Starting pitcher Shota Imanaga exited Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers in the sixth inning due to a hamstring strain.
Chicago Cubs News / Yardbarker / May 4
Could injury to Shota Imanaga force Cubs to call up top prospect?
With the Chicago Cubs' starting pitching depth becoming a bigger concern, they should consider calling up prospect Cade Horton.
MLB News / Field Level Media / May 4
Shota Imanaga leaves with injury, Cubs blanked by Brewers
The Milwaukee Brewers snapped a scoreless tie with four runs in the sixth inning after Cubs starter Shota Imanaga departed with injury, avoiding a sweep with a 4-0 victory over visiting Chicago on Sunday.
MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 4
Cubs' Shota Imanaga leaves game due to injury
Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga sustained what the team described as a left hamstring strain during Sunday's start against the Brewers.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 4
Shota Imanaga suffers injury during hustle play
Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga left Sunday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers after suffering an injury. For the second time in as many starts, Imanaga was forced to leave the game early due to a lower-body injury.
Chicago Cubs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 3
Shota Imanaga had unusual answer to what he misses about Japan
Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga has become well-known for his unique personality since he made his MLB debut last year, and he dropped another unique quote recently.
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