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With the offseason activity beginning to pick up in that window after the GM meetings and before Thanksgiving, The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney focus on the two players who received qualifying offers from the Cubs. Imanaga will return to Wrigley Field on a one-year, $22.025 million contract while the Cubs are positioned to get a draft pick if/when Tucker signs with a different team. What does Imanaga's decision mean for the current baseball budget and the club's overall offseason goals? And how will the Cubs somehow replace Tucker and get better next season? Listen to North Side Territory all winter for the latest on the Cubs.Go to MeUndies.com/foul and enter promo code foul for up to 50% off! Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor were joined by Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey, who shared his reaction to left-hander Shota Imanaga accepting the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer to return to the Cubs in 2026.

Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor wondered if the Cubs actually expected left-hander Shota Imanaga to accept the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer that they gave him. Imanaga took it and will return to the Cubs for the 2026 season.

Marshall Harris and Clay Harbor opened their show by discussing whether they want ailing Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers to play against the Bears on Sunday at Soldier Field. After that, they outlined the challenge that the Steelers will present for Bears defensive coordinator Dennis Allen and his unit. Later, they wondered if the Cubs actually expected left-hander Shota Imanaga to accept the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer that they gave him. Imanaga took it and will return to the Cubs for the 2026 season.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Score baseball insider Bruce Levine to discuss left-hander Shota Imanaga accepting the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer to return to the Cubs for the 2026 season.

In the third hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to left-hander Shota Imanaga accepting the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer to return to the Cubs for the 2026 season. After that, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the show to discuss Imanaga's return and how it will affect the club's plan this offseason. Later, Blackhawks legend Chris Chelios joined the show to discuss the team's red-hot play recently.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the top sports stories of the day in the Pick 6 segment.

Welcome to Episode 118 of Tablesetters. The offseason opened with a major move, as Josh Naylor signed a five-year deal with the Seattle Mariners, immediately reshaping the first-base market. His return reinforces Seattle's lineup core and removes one of the most dependable bats from free agency. We break down why the deal came together quickly, why other teams never seriously entered the mix, and how his signing affects clubs still searching for first-base or middle-of-the-order help. Midway through the live show, the conversation shifted when news broke that the Orioles traded Grayson Rodriguez to the Angels for Taylor Ward. Rodriguez missed the entire 2025 season with arm injuries, but the Angels are betting on the upside he showed before the setbacks. Ward, under control through 2026, gives Baltimore a steady right-handed bat and immediate outfield stability. We break down how the trade fits each team's broader offseason plan and what it suggests about their priorities moving forward. The episode also covers one of the most unusual qualifying-offer cycles since the system's creation. Four players accepted the QO — Trent Grisham, Gleyber Torres, Shota Imanaga, and Brandon Woodruff — marking the first time more than three players have taken it in the same offseason. Grisham's decision is the most surprising, coming off a breakout 34-homer season in a thin outfield market. His acceptance raises the Yankees' payroll above the third luxury-tax tier and signals a calculated one-year bet on himself. Torres returns to Detroit looking for a healthier 2026 after playing through a sports hernia. Imanaga chose a reset with Chicago after a late-season downturn, and Woodruff accepted as expected as he continues his recovery from shoulder surgery. On the other side, nine players rejected the QO — Kyle Tucker, Kyle Schwarber, Bo Bichette, Framber Valdez, Dylan Cease, Ranger Suárez, Edwin Díaz, Zac Gallen, and Michael King — a group largely expected to pursue multi-year deals despite draft-pick compensation. Their decisions, combined with Grisham coming off the board, further thin the center-field market and shift clubs toward potential trade options. This QO cycle reflects a winter shaped by uncertainty around future labor conditions, stricter tax penalties, and mixed performances from several major free agents. In San Diego, the Padres' ownership evaluation remains ongoing. The Seidler family is formally exploring a potential sale while working through internal disputes and long-term financial considerations. The front office maintains a “business as usual” stance, but the review introduces real questions about payroll strategy and organizational stability heading into 2026. Award season added another layer to a busy week. Shohei Ohtani earned another unanimous MVP, and Aaron Judge secured his third after a tightly contested race. On the pitching side, Tarik Skubal won his second straight AL Cy Young Award, and Paul Skenes captured the NL honor just a year after winning Rookie of the Year — a rare progression that underscores how quickly he has become one of the league's most impactful pitchers. In Washington, the Nationals introduced Drew Butera as their new manager, making him the youngest skipper in Major League Baseball in more than 50 years. His development-focused background aligns with the organization's larger reset under Paul Toboni. The 2026 Hall of Fame ballot was also released, featuring returning candidates such as Carlos Beltrán and Andruw Jones along with first-time names including Cole Hamels, Ryan Braun, and Matt Kemp.

Matt Spiegel and Laurence Holmes reacted to left-hander Shota Imanaga's decision to accept the one-year, $22-million qualifying offer to return to the Cubs for the 2026 season.

In the third hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed a variety of sports topics in the 5 On It segment. After that, they discussed how the Bears haven't had a signature win yet amid their strong 7-3 start. Later, they discussed how the deadline looms for left-hander Shota Imanaga to make a decision on the qualifying offer that the Cubs extended him.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed how the deadline looms for left-hander Shota Imanaga to make a decision on the qualifying offer that the Cubs extended him. Will he exercise his one-year, $22-million offer for the 2026 season or enter free agency?

Alex and Kyle react to the latest rumors in Wrigleyville! Then, they talk about how Shota Imanaga accepting the qualifying offer from the Cubs may shift the offseason focus and goals!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to Cubs president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer's comments at the GM Meetings, where he addressed the organization's choice to decline the option on left-hander Shota Imanaga's contract that would've kept him under club control for the next three seasons.

In the Best of the Cubs this week, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Mully & Haugh Show to react to left-hander Shota Imanaga entering free agency after the Cubs and he declined options on his contract; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris wondered how the Cubs will spend their money this offseason as star right fielder Kyle Tucker seems set to leave in free agency; and Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to react to winning his fourth straight Gold Glove.

In the Best of the Cubs this week, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Mully & Haugh Show to react to left-hander Shota Imanaga entering free agency after the Cubs and he declined options on his contract; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris wondered how the Cubs will spend their money this offseason as star right fielder Kyle Tucker seems set to leave in free agency; and Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to react to winning his fourth straight Gold Glove.

In the Best of the Cubs this week, Score baseball insider Bruce Levine joined the Mully & Haugh Show to react to left-hander Shota Imanaga entering free agency after the Cubs and he declined options on his contract; Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris wondered how the Cubs will spend their money this offseason as star right fielder Kyle Tucker seems set to leave in free agency; and Cubs left fielder Ian Happ joined the Rahimi, Harris & Grote Show to react to winning his fourth straight Gold Glove.

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MLB: Shota Imanaga Receives Qualifying Offer worth $22,025,000 from Cubs

NO SHOW TOMORROW Today's word of the day is ‘options' as in MLB as in free agency as in player options as in team options as in mutual options. There are some big names we knew would opt out of their deals to become free agents like Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman. Shota Imanaga is now a free agent, and that surprised a lot of people. Trevor Story opted in to his deal with the Red Sox. (22:00) World Series Game 7 was a huge number. Averaged 51 million across the US, Canada, and Japan. Most-watched baseball game in 34 years! (31:00) Review: Lost in Translation. (35:30) NPPOD. (38:30) The financial report for the Atlanta Braves came out and we have to discuss what we saw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NO SHOW TOMORROW Today's word of the day is ‘options' as in MLB as in free agency as in player options as in team options as in mutual options. There are some big names we knew would opt out of their deals to become free agents like Edwin Diaz and Pete Alonso and Alex Bregman. Shota Imanaga is now a free agent, and that surprised a lot of people. Trevor Story opted in to his deal with the Red Sox. (22:00) World Series Game 7 was a huge number. Averaged 51 million across the US, Canada, and Japan. Most-watched baseball game in 34 years! (31:00) Review: Lost in Translation. (35:30) NPPOD. (38:30) The financial report for the Atlanta Braves came out and we have to discuss what we saw. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In our 115th episode, Mike Couillard and Jeremy Brewer discuss the conclusion of the World Series before diving into the newest major baseball card release, 2025 Topps Update Series, scheduled to hit shelves everywhere on Nov. 12.You can find us on bluesky at @cardscategories.bsky.social, @mcouill7.bsky.social, and @jbrewer17.bsky.social. Email the pod at cardscategories@gmail.com.We have Cards & Categories swag for purchase here!Links to things discussed in the pod:World Series Game 5 recapWorld Series Game 6 recapWorld Series Game 7 recapCubs to let Shota Imanaga hit free agencyShane Bieber exercises player option to stay in TorontoUpcoming baseball card release schedule:11/5: 2025 Panini Select Baseball11/12: 2025 Topps Update11/12: 2025 Topps Pro Debut11/19: 2025 Panini National TreasuresNov: 2025 Topps Cosmic ChromeTBD: 2025 Topps Allen & GinterTBD: 2025 Topps Chrome Update (Nov. 10 pre-order)2025 Topps Update Series Overview (35:15) (link to related post on Razzball)Chasing Majors checklistBeckett checklistChecklist InsiderPod on ‘24 Topps Update, Ep. 64Scant details on the Golden Mirror autos

Matt Spiegel & Laurence Holmes react to the news that the Cubs are declining the team option on Starting Pitcher Shota Imanaga and discuss what the team should do to fill the void.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey to discuss left-hander Shota Imanaga being set to hit free agency and the White Sox's decision to exercise center fielder Luis Robert Jr.'s $20-million option for the 2026 season.

In the second hour, Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Mike Florio of Pro Football Talk to discuss the deals that were made across the NFL on Tuesday as the trade deadline came and went. Later, Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey joined the show to discuss left-hander Shota Imanaga being set to hit free agency and the White Sox's decision to exercise center fielder Luis Robert Jr.'s $20-million option for the 2026 season.

Matt Trueblood joins Jeremy & Pat this week. We discuss what the Cubs should learn from this World Series.  Imanaga is a free agent as he opts out of his contract. We look ahead to the the list of potential free agents & More.  Enjoy....and Go Cubs!

In the third hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh discussed the NFC playoff picture. After that, Jon Heyman of the New York Post and MLB Network joined the show to reflect on the World Series and to preview the MLB offseason, which will include Cubs right fielder Kyle Tucker hitting free agency. Later, Mully and Haugh discussed the Cubs' trade of reliever Andrew Kittredge to the Orioles for cash considerations.

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The Cubs made their first major offseason move by declining a three-year option to extend Shota Imanaga's contract. In turn, the Japanese pitcher declined his player option for next season and elected to become a free agent. The Athletic's Sahadev Sharma and Patrick Mooney bring you both sides of this story, explaining why Chicago's front office made this decision and how Imanaga will explore his options. What is the next move for the Cubs? And where does Imanaga go from here? Follow North Side Territory all offseason for the latest news and notes.Head to Superpower.com and use code TAKE20 at checkout for $20 off your membership. Live up to your 100-Year potential. #superpowerpod Two easy ways to support the show: Leave us a nice rating/review here and SUBSCRIBE to NST on Youtube! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

MLB: Cubs' Shota Imanaga Becomes Free Agent after both Sides Decline Options

Laurence Holmes & Matt Spiegel react to the news that the Cubs declined the team option on Starting Pitcher Shota Imanaga.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by reacting to the news that left-hander Shota Imanaga will become a free agent after the Cubs declined an option to extend his contract to a fifth year and Imanaga then declined his player option for 2026. Later, they pondered what moves, if any, the Bears will make as the NFL trade deadline looms Tuesday afternoon.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to the breaking news that left-hander Shota Imanaga will become a free agent after the Cubs declined an option to extend his contract to a fifth year and Imanaga then declined his player option for 2026. They also pondered what moves the Bears could make ahead of the NFL trade deadline.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote reacted to the news that left-hander Shota Imanaga will become a free agent after the Cubs declined an option to extend his contract to a fifth year and Imanaga then declined his player option for 2026.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh reacted to the breaking news that left-hander Shota Imanaga will become a free agent after the Cubs declined an option to extend his contract to a fifth year and Imanaga then declined his player option for 2026.

In the third hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by former Chicago Bears head coach, Dave Wannstedt on his takeaways from the Bears' 47-42 win over the Bengals. Later, Mully and Haugh were joined by 670 The Score baseball insider, Bruce Levine on his reaction of the Shota Imanaga becoming a free agent

On the latest episode of The Setup Man, Alex and Ty discuss the Cubs transations of the day. Will Imanaga explore free agency or re-sign with the Cubs? Will the Cubs trading Andrew Kittredge back to the Orioles come back to bite them? All this and more!Platinum Glove Voting: https://www.rawlings.com/gold-glove-platinum.htmlGet your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter

Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Cubs at Brewers 8PM ET—Shota Imanaga will start for Chicago. Imanaga in 25 starts has an ERA of 3.73 with WHIP of 0.99. The left hander pitched in Game 2 in Milwaukee allowing four runs with three strikeouts in 2 2/3rd innings. In three regular season meetings against the Brewers he allowed 7 runs with 17 strikeouts in 17 2/3rd innings. He worked four innings against the Padres allowing two earned runs over four innings. Jacob Misiorowski expected to start for Milwaukee. Misiorowski appeared in fifteen games with an ERA of 4.36 and WHIP of 1.24. He pitched in relief in Game 2 allowing no runs and four strikeouts in three innings.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris examined the Cubs' decision to start struggling left-hander Shota Imanaga in the team's 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of the National League Division Series. Imanaga allowed four runs in 2 2/3 innings.

Leila Rahimi and Marshall Harris were joined by Yahoo Sports insider Russ Dorsey to discuss the Cubs' decision to start struggling left-hander Shota Imanaga in their 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of their National League Division Series.

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Marquee Sports Network analyst Ryan Sweeney to share his takeaways from the Cubs' 7-3 loss to the Brewers on Monday in Game 2 of their National League Division Series, which Chicago now trails 2-0.

In the final hour, Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed whether the Cubs have made the right decision in choosing left-hander Shota Imanaga to start Game 2 of the National League Division Series on Monday night. Should right-hander Colin Rea be getting the ball instead as the Cubs trail 1-0 in the series against the Brewers? After that, Ramie Makhlouf of The Fan in Milwaukee joined the show to discuss the Cubs-Brewers series.

In the final hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Cubs Radio analyst Ron Coomer to break down the club's ugly 9-3 loss to the Brewers on Saturday in Game 1 of their National League Division Series. Later, Mully and Haugh previewed Game 2, which is set for Monday night.

Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers MLB Pick Prediction by Tony T. Cubs at Brewers 9PM ET—Shota Imanaga gets the start for Chicago. Imanaga worked on Wednesday against the Padres in the Wildcard Round and threw 67 pitchers in four innings. The left hander worked 17 2/3rd innings against the Brewers this season allowing 7 runs with 17 strikeouts in 17 2/3rd innings of work.

We wrap up the regular season and then talk postseason.The Wildcard series is underway and the Division series is taking shape. We started with HS Kim, Volpe, Yoshida, Suzuki, Ohtani, Darvish, Wong, Imanaga, Yamamoto, Sasaki, Kwan, and Edman. Lots of amazing feats of Asian baseball greatness is on display already, and there is more to come. Stay tuned!

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote pondered how the Cubs will deploy left-hander Shota Imanaga in Game 2 of their National League wild-card series against the Padres on Wednesday afternoon.

The #chicagocubs had a chance to sweep the #sandiegopadres at #wrigleyfield in the #wildcard series at #wrigleyfield on Wednesday.  #dylancease struck out 5 and was yanked in the 4th inning. The #padres bullpen went to work after that.  #masonmiller threw 104mph and struck out 5.  #mannymachado hit a HR that #kap and #guff are scratching their heads about.  The reason?  Why did #shotaimanaga face him?  Imanaga came in in relief after #andrewkittredge allowed a run in the 1st.Kap and Guff are here with LIVE reaction to Game 2 and we take your thoughts and questions.#takethatREKAP SPONSORS:--------------------------------------------

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote discussed what the Cubs' pitching rotation should look like for the wild-card round series when the playoffs start next week.

Leila Rahimi, Marshall Harris and Mark Grote opened their show by discussing Cubs left-hander Shota Imanaga's continued struggles and what the club's pitching rotation should look like for the wild-card round series when the playoffs start next week.

Alex and Ty are confused by what's happening with the northsiders. The guys talk about the issues facing the team as the playoffs approach. Then they debut a new (therapeutic) game!Get your own Setup Man Swag: https://bit.ly/setupmanobviousFREE Cubs Talk Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cubstalkGo to www.setupman.net and subscribe to our mailing list to become a part of Setup Man Nation so you never miss a show! We also do free giveaways for those who are on our list!Check us out on social media:Instagram: https://bit.ly/setupmaninstaTwitter: https://bit.ly/setupmantwitter