"Imai, 27, is among the more intriguing starters on the market this offseason coming off back-to-back seasons for the Seibu Lions where he posted dominant numbers. The righty was connected to the Cubs, Mets, Phillies, and Yankees among other clubs in the early weeks of the offseason but the rumor mill has been relatively quiet in the aftermath of the Winter Meetings earlier this month."
"The posting deadline for NPB infielder Kazuma Okamoto isn't coming up quite as soon as Imai's, as Okamoto doesn't have to make a decision until January 4. Even so, rumors regarding the infielder's future have been far more common in recent weeks as he comes off an elite (albeit injury-shortened) campaign with the Yomiuri Giants in 2025. Okamoto has been tied to the Pirates frequently this offseason, though connections have also been drawn between the 29-year-old and teams like the Angels, Padres, Red Sox,"
Tatsuya Imai, a 27-year-old Seibu Lions right-hander, is in the final days of his posting window with teams expected to submit bids before it closes at 4pm CT on January 2. Imai posted dominant numbers over back-to-back seasons and drew early offseason interest from clubs including the Cubs, Mets, Phillies, and Yankees, though recent chatter has quieted. Kazuma Okamoto, a 29-year-old Yomiuri Giants infielder coming off an elite but injury-shortened 2025 campaign, must decide by January 4 and is traveling to the U.S. for in-person meetings. The Orioles re-signed a right-hander recovering from season-ending back surgery, with Opening Day availability possible.
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