30-year-old rookie pitcher Shota Imanaga earns spot in 2024 All-Star Game, sets record for lowest ERA by a rookie in first nine MLB starts.

30-year-old rookie pitcher Shota Imanaga, who signed a $53m contract with the Chicago Cubs, has earned a spot in the 2024 All-Star Game. Imanaga, who has a 3.16 ERA, has set a new record for the lowest ERA (0.84) by a rookie through their first nine starts in the MLB. The Cubs' strong standing among Japanese players, including Imanaga and Seiya Suzuki, has attracted positive attention to the team.

July 07, 2024
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