There are just a few days left for two coveted Japanese stars -- right-hander Tatsuya Imai and corner infielder Kazuma Okamoto -- to negotiate with MLB clubs. And as we enter the final stages of their free agency,

The next big domino on the pitching market will fall no later than Friday when Tatsuya Imai's 45-day posting window expires, requiring him to either sign with an MLB club or be returned to the Seibu Lions for the 2026 season.

The market for star Japanese starting pitcher Tatsuya Imai was predicted to be widespread, but little public knowledge has emerged about where it currently stan

And lest we forget Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s infamous snubbing. Two off-seasons ago, the Phillies made the largest offer for Yamamoto after reportedly having a strong meeting with him. He ultimately chose the Dodgers, signing for 12 years and $325 million, despite Philly’s offer being financially superior.

The White Sox have become the favorites to sign Tatsuya Imai overnight, according to report published in his native country.

The Chicago Cubs have been linked to star Japanese pitcher Tatsuya Imai for much of this offseason. On December 17, MLB reporter Francys Romero asserted that t

Chicago Cubs are actively pursuing starting pitching, with Tatsuya Imai emerging as a top target. Despite competition from the New York Yankees, the Cubs are considered frontrunners in a 'coin flip' scenario for the Japanese pitcher.

Tatsuya Imai and Kazuma Okamoto reportedly met with MLB clubs in Los Angeles as their posting deadlines approach, with the New York Mets and Toronto Blue Jays previously linked to interest in recent weeks.