Konami Digital Entertainment Inc. (KONAMI) today announces the launch of the IMANAGA SELECTION in mobile game “eBaseball™: MLB PRO SPIRIT” (MLB PRO SPIRIT).
The IMANAGA SELECTION is a special scouting event featuring 14 MLB players personally selected by Chicago Cubs player Shota Imanaga, along with Imanaga himself.
In addition, an exclusive interview featuring former professional baseball player Kenshi Sugiya is now available on the MLB PRO SPIRIT YouTube channel. In the interview Sugiya discusses the reasoning behind Imanaga’s player selections and highlights key points fans should look out for in the latest update.
Shota Imanaga Becomes an Official “Partner Athlete”
Chicago Cubs’ Shota Imanaga has been named “Partner Athlete” for MLB PRO SPIRIT, bringing his elite skills to the virtual game. Imanaga has made his mark on the Major League stage with his exceptional control and a wide array of pitching techniques. This partnership with MLB PRO SPIRIT highlights his impact on the game, both on the field and in the gaming world.
The IMANAGA SELECTION:
Event period: Now ～ July 7, 2026, 5:59 PM PDT.
The following players selected by Shota Imanaga will appear as part of the special scouting event in the game:
- Pete Alonso (Baltimore Orioles)
- Max Fried (New York Yankees)
- Tarik Skubal (Detroit Tigers)
- Julio Rodríguez (Seattle Mariners)
- Jose Altuve (Houston Astros)
- MacKenzie Gore (Texas Rangers)
- Cristopher Sánchez (Philadelphia Phillies)
- Francisco Lindor (New York Mets)
- Robert Suarez (Atlanta Braves)
- Shota Imanaga (Chicago Cubs)
- Willson Contreras (St. Louis Cardinals)
- Oneil Cruz (Pittsburgh Pirates)
- Trevor Megill (Milwaukee Brewers)
- Edwin Díaz (Los Angeles Dodgers)
- Fernando Tatis Jr. (San Diego Padres)
IMANAGA SELECTION LOGIN BONUS:
Log in during the event period to receive a guaranteed “G-III Contract: Shota Imanaga,” which allows you to obtain Shota Imanaga from the “IMANAGA SELECTION.”
Free Epic 10-Player
A free 10-player scout available once during the event period.
You are guaranteed to obtain one active “G-IV” player from your selected team!
