| Source | Chicago Sun-Times |
|---|---|
| Original Load Date | Feb. 24, 2026, 10 p.m. |
| Last Updated | Feb. 24, 2026, 10 p.m. |
| Original URL | https://chicago.suntimes.com/cubs/2026/02/24/shota-imanagas-velocity-in-first-start-of-spring-training-promising-for-cubs |
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MESA, Ariz. — [ Cubs ][37] left-hander **Shota Imanaga** had been joking he
wanted to get his fastball velocity up to 97 mph.
‘‘We’ll...