Shota Imanaga Strikes Out Eight in Cubs' 8–4 Win Over Braves

Shota Imanaga pitched 6 innings against the Atlanta Braves on September 16, 2026, allowing 1 earned run, 4 hits, and no walks, while striking out 8 batters in the Chicago Cubs' 8-4 victory, earning him the win.

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Imanaga, the Chicago Cubs' left-handed starting pitcher, logged 168 1/3 innings over 30 starts during the 2026 season. He recorded 11 wins against 10 losses, alongside a 3.80 ERA and 164 strikeouts. In a recent outing on September 16, 2026, he pitched 6 innings against the Atlanta Braves, allowing 1 earned run and striking out 8, leading to a win for the Cubs at 8-4.