# Imanaga’s Haircut, Ace Performance | Chicago Cubs News

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Podcast: [Chicago Cubs News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/chicago-cubs-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7460433)
Published: 2026-09-05T11:15:27+00:00
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## Resource

Shota Imanaga’s bold haircut gamble paid off in a big way—shutting down the Marlins with six strong innings, just one run and no walks, while dominating with his splitter. The win vaulted the Cubs back into first place in the wild-card race, giving them a crucial tiebreaker edge over the Phillies. His stellar performance, paired with a dazzling catch by Pete Crow-Armstrong and a solid bullpen finish, signaled a turning point for the team as Imanaga rebuilds his confidence and reclaims his ace status. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/9b1d7d2f66efe8a4

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