ESPN's fantasy guide just dropped projections for MLB's incoming Japanese talent. Munetaka Murakami and Hiroya Imai headline the class joining Kazuma Okamoto (Blue Jays). Our AI models see dynasty league value: Murakami's NPB power numbers (36 HR in 2024) translate to 28-32 MLB homers. Imai's 2.74 NPB ERA suggests mid-3.00s MLB potential. Early futures bets on teams landing these players could pay handsomely.
Japanese Stars Arrive: What AI Expects from Murakami and Imai
January 28, 2026