John Antonoff / for the Sun-Times
MESA, Ariz. – Cubs starter Shota Imanaga and pitching coach Tommy Hottvy stood huddled around an electronic tablet, swapping thoughts midway through the lefty’s first bullpen of spring training.
On the other side of the row of pitching rubbers, cameras and media members filled the length of the walkway, trying to get a good look at the new Cub. The hubbub brought a cachet to Cubs pitchers and catchers’ first official workout Wednesday.