MLB in brief: Shota Imanaga available next week? | Tim Anderson helps his community

Shota Imanaga set to hit free agent market Monday

After Yoshinobu Yamamoto this week, the Japanese pitcher should be available to teams early next week.

Important changes coming to the Twins

The team wants to reduce its payroll.

Which direction will the Blue Jays go?

Here are some (unlikely) candidates for the club.

The success of the Blue Jays’ off-season is unlikely to come down to the non-tender players who’ve recently become available — but there are a few interesting options for the club to consider, writes @NickAshbourne. https://t.co/soUsJ2Em2D

— Sportsnet (@Sportsnet) November 22, 2023

Andrés Chaparro agrees with the Diamondbacks

He is coming back from a strong 25-homer season in AAA.

Andrés Chaparro, minor league free agent who hit 25 HR for Yankees AAA Scranton-Wilkes-Barre team, signed with D-Backs. Big power. Can play 3B or 1B.

— Jon Heyman (@JonHeyman) November 22, 2023

The dream of two players

José Berrios and Vladimir Guerrero Jr. will play in a match to support the Puerto Rican community.

El suño – the dream. For @JOLaMaKina, that dream is becoming a reality, where his platform allows him to positively impact the lives of others. This December, José & @27vladdyjr are continuing that dream by competing in a game that supports community causes in Puerto Rico. ❤️ pic.twitter.com/zMXIPfrgtx

— MLBPA (@MLBPA) November 22, 2023

Still no offer for Whit Merrifield

Apart from that of one of his former teammates, Hyun-Jin Ryu, to go live with him if he signs in Korea. That won’t happen, obviously.

Tim Anderson contributes to his community

He can be seen offering turkeys to those in need on the eve of Thanksgiving.