Imanaga’s HR Crisis Hits Cubs | MLB News

Shota Imanaga’s historic home run woes are threatening the Cubs’ playoff hopes—33 homers this season, 91 since his 2024 debut, and the first pitcher ever to surrender 3+ homers in six games. His August ERA is a brutal 5.96, yet manager Craig Counsell refuses to bench him, citing strong strikeout rates and solid contact metrics. The real problem? Over-reliance on his four-seamer, which when off-target gets crushed. With the Cubs clinging to the wild card, Imanaga’s next starts could decide whether he’s a postseason anchor or a liability—and adjustments may be coming fast.

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