Wrigley Field didn’t just see a victory last night — it saw a statement. The Chicago Cubs blew away the Boston Red Sox 6-0 in a game that left MLB looking on its face. At the center of the storm called “Victory” was a name that has been making opposing hitters shudder: Shōta Imanaga.
Imanaga: The Japanese Destroyer
With seven perfect innings, no runs allowed, five strikeouts, and zero earned runs, Imanaga didn’t just pitch — he played a cold symphony that left the Red Sox offense nearly paralyzed.
In a game where all eyes seemed to be on “Yamamoto” and other big-name players, Imanaga was quietly writing a new chapter for himself. This was his seventh win of the season, and perhaps his most impressive performance since he donned the Cubs’ blue and white.
Shaw – The New Symbol of the Desire to Win
It wasn’t just Imanaga who shone. Shaw, wearing the number 6 jersey, became an iconic image in this game as he raised his hand to the sky amid loud cheers from the Wrigley stands. Although he didn’t have a dramatic home run, his presence on the field showed an indomitable fighting spirit — as if every step carried the heart of the whole team.
Red Sox stumble or the rise of a force?
On the other hand, the Red Sox — despite being in quite good form (53-48) — were completely suffocated. B. Bello, who accepted the defeat in this game, couldn’t penetrate the Cubs’ defense and accepted defeat. But what’s more important is: the Cubs didn’t just win — they dominated.
A warning to the entire MLB
After this game, the Cubs raised their record to 59-39, and more than the numbers was the way they played: confident, sharp, united. If anyone still had any doubts about the true strength of the Chicago team, this game was the most resounding warning yet:
“We don’t just want the playoffs. We want Wrigley to light up this October.”