"Yoshinobu Yamamoto: Red Sox, Mets, Yankees, and More Compete for Japanese Star"

The Boston Red Sox are reportedly interested in Japanese pitcher Shōta Imanaga after passing on re-signing Eduardo Rodriguez. They are also said to be in the mix for Yoshinobu Yamamoto, one of the top Japanese pitchers available this offseason. Imanaga, a two-time All-Star in Nippon Professional Baseball, has shown impressive numbers and could provide much-needed help to the Red Sox's struggling rotation. With their current pitching situation, the Red Sox are looking to bolster their roster and improve their chances of being a playoff contender.