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Imanaga Pitches Five Scoreless as Cubs Designate Michael Fulmer

His return strengthens a rotation the Cubs aim to manage with six starters.

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May 4, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Chicago Cubs pitcher Shota Imanaga (18) delivers a pitch against the Milwaukee Brewers in the first inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • In his first outing since May 4, Imanaga threw five scoreless innings in a 3-0 win over the Cardinals, allowing one hit and issuing one walk.
  • Chicago activated Imanaga from the 15-day injured list and designated right-hander Michael Fulmer for assignment to clear a roster spot.
  • Manager Craig Counsell is weighing a six-man rotation to protect Imanaga’s workload and maintain depth behind him.
  • The front office is pursuing trade targets such as Sandy Alcantara and Edward Cabrera to bolster the pitching staff before the deadline.
  • The Cubs went 25-16 during Imanaga’s absence and hold the NL Central lead despite season-ending elbow surgery for Justin Steele.