The Cubs were the last team to add a major leaguer to their 40-man roster this offseason with the waiver claim of catcher Brian Serven from the Rockies.
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The Cubs have added a pitcher:
The Chicago Cubs have reached a tentative deal with Japanese pitcher Shota Imanaga. He will undergo a physical in Chicago on Thursday before the deal becomes official.
— Bob Nightengale (@BNightengale) January 9, 2024
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Shota Imanaga has a deal with the Cubs @BNightengale 1st
— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) January 10, 2024
We are, of course, awaiting further confirmation that this deal has been made, along with the financials, and there has been no official announcement from the team.