The Chicago Cubs welcomed starting pitcher Shota Imanaga back to their rotation, sending another starter to the minor leagues to make space.

Shota Imanaga returned from the injured list to throw five innings of one-hit ball, lifting the Chicago Cubs to a 3-0 victory over the St.

The Chicago Cubs will get a major boost to the rotation next week. Cubs manager Craig Counsell told reporters that Imanaga would be returning to the team next week after he had a successful rehab start on Friday night.