"Jon Heyman of the New York Post has reported that starting pitcher Shōta Imanaga is expected to decline the Qualifying Offer and hit the free agent market. "Early word is that Shota Imanaga is expected to decline the $22M qualifying offer," Heyman wrote on Tuesday evening. The $22 million qualifying offer (QO) represents a $1 million increase from last year."
"The Cubs would be eligible for a draft-pick compensation if Imanaga signs elsewhere. The same type of compensation would apply if Kyle Tucker signs with another team this offseason. Both Imanaga and the Cubs declined their respective options, sending the 32-year-old into free agency. However, his rejection of the QO doesn't necessarily mean his time with the Cubs is over. The two sides could still work out a different deal, one that would give the Cubs greater flexibility as they enter a pivotal offseason."
Shōta Imanaga is expected to decline the $22 million qualifying offer and pursue free agency. The $22 million QO represents a $1 million increase from last year. If Imanaga signs elsewhere, the Cubs would receive draft-pick compensation; the same compensation would apply if Kyle Tucker signs with another team. Both Imanaga and the Cubs declined their respective options, making the 32-year-old a free agent. Declining the QO does not rule out a return; the two sides could still negotiate a different deal that gives the Cubs greater roster and financial flexibility. Jed Hoyer has commented on Imanaga and the team's offseason plans.
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