LEADING OFF: Angels star Trout set to draw a crowd in Philly
Angels star Mike Trout is likely to have a big rooting section at Citizens Bank Park all weekend for a series against the PhilliesJUNE 2, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
YUSEI KIKUCHI #16 - PITCHER - HOUSTON ASTROS
9-10 W-L •
1.20 WHIP •
4.05 ERA
9-10 W-L
1.20 WHIP
4.05 ERA
Yusei Kikuchi strikes out four ' 05/28/2022 Yusei Kikuchi strikes out four over five innings in his start against the Angels
MAY 29, 2022 • MLB.COM
Surrenders two runs in no-decision Kikuchi didn't factor into the decision during Saturday's 6-5 victory over the Angels, allowing two runs on nine hits and one walk with four strikeouts in five innings.
Impact Kikuchi was able to keep Los Angeles off the board until the fifth inning, when he put on four runners and let in two runs. The 30-year-old has now failed to surpass 5.1 innings in seven of his nine starts and Saturday's one-walk performance was only his second start eclipsing that threshold. Kikuchi takes a 3.47 ERA and 1.27 WHIP into his next start, scheduled to come next weekend against Minnesota.
MAY 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Fans seven in short outing Kikuchi allowed two runs on two hits and three walks over 4.1 innings in Sunday's loss to the Reds. He struck out seven and did not factor in the decision.
Impact Kikuchi coughed up a ground-rule double to Aristides Aquino in the first inning but managed to retire 10 straight batters shortly after. He needed 86 pitches (49 strikes) to get through 4.1 frames, his shortest start since April 29. The 30-year-old southpaw is now sporting a 3.47 ERA and a 40:22 K:BB through eight starts. Kikuchi is projected to face the Angels on the road next weekend.
MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yusei Kikuchi K's seven ' 05/22/2022 Yusei Kikuchi strikes out seven over 4 1/3 innings of two-run ball in a solid outing against the Cincinnati Reds
MAY 22, 2022 • MLB.COM
Votto hits tiebreaking HR in 8th, Reds beat Blue Jays 3-2
Joey Votto hit a tiebreaking homer in the eighth inning and the Cincinnati Reds held on to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-2, avoiding a three-game sweepMAY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Bichette HRs twice, Manoah goes 8 as Jays beat Reds 3-1
Bo Bichette hit two home runs, Alek Manoah matched his career-high by pitching eight innings, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-1MAY 21, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Tosses six scoreless Kikuchi (2-1) earned the win Monday after pitching six scoreless innings against the Mariners, giving up one hit and three walks while striking out six.
Impact The 30-year-old was masterful Monday, limiting the Mariners to just four baserunners over six frames while registering his second win and second quality start of the year. Over his last three starts, Kikuchi has posted a 1.56 ERA and 0.75 WHIP with 20 punchouts over 17.1 innings. On the season, the left-hander owns a 3.38 ERA and 1.28 WHIP while allowing a career-low 5.91 H/9 over 32 innings.
MAY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Kikuchi beats former team, Blue Jays top Mariners 6-2
Yusei Kikuchi allowed one hit over six shutout innings to beat his former team, Bo Bichette and Matt Chapman backed the left-hander with home runs and the Toronto Blue Jays topped...MAY 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Rodriguez leads Mariners against the Blue Jays after 4-hit outing
The Seattle Mariners take on the Toronto Blue Jays after Julio Rodríguez had four hits against the Mets on SundayMAY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Castillo fans Alonso with bases full, M's beat Mets 8-7
Diego Castillo struck out Pete Alonso on a 3-2 slider to strand the bases loaded after the New York Mets had rallied for two runs in the ninth inning, and the Seattle Mariners held...MAY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Chapman error sets up Rays' big inning in 3-0 win over Jays
Matt Chapman’s throwing error allowed Tampa Bay to break a scoreless tie in the sixth inning, and the Rays went on to beat the Toronto Blue Jays 3-0MAY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Fans seven in no-decision Kikuchi didn't factor into the decision in Tuesday's 6-5 loss to the Yankees, allowing two runs on two hits and three walks over 5.1 innings. He struck out seven.
Impact The southpaw was headed for his second win of the season until Aaron Judge walked it off with a three-run blast off Blue Jays closer Jordan Romano in the bottom of the ninth inning. Kikuchi appears to have turned a corner, posting a 14:4 K:BB in 11.1 innings over his last two starts with a 2.38 ERA and 0.79 WHIP, but Seattle fans know well the roller coaster ride that Kikuchi can provide over a full season.
MAY 11, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
New York Yankees vs. Toronto Blue Jays predictions: Yusei Kikuchi takes on Yankees lineup in Tuesday night's series opener We have predictions and best bets as the New York Yankees go for their 21st win of the season on Tuesday, when they begin a quick two-game s...
MAY 10, 2022 • SYRACUSE.COM
Yusei Kikuchi is making tweaks and showing progress in win over Yankees When Kikuchi took the mound for the sixth inning, it was his longest outing as a member of the Blue Jays.
MAY 5, 2022 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Snags first win of 2022 Kikuchi picked up the win Wednesday after tossing six innings, surrendering one run on three hits and a walk while striking out seven against the Yankees.
Impact Kikuchi put together his best outing of the season Wednesday, ultimately ending the Yankees' 11-game win streak. The 30-year-old notched a season-high seven strikeouts on his way to his first quality start and win of the campaign. The only blemish on his line came in the top of the third inning when Joey Gallo took him deep for a solo shot. Kikuchi now owns a 4.35 ERA and 1.55 WHIP while registering 20 strikeouts over 20.2 innings.
MAY 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yusei Kikuchi fans seven ' 05/04/2022 Yusei Kikuchi wheels and deals his way through the Yankees' lineup striking out seven batters in six innings of work
MAY 5, 2022 • MLB.COM
Yusei Kikuchi K's four ' 04/29/2022 Yusei Kikuchi strikes out four over 2 2/3 innings of work, allowing four runs on four hits in his start against Houston
APRIL 30, 2022 • MLB.COM
Yusei Kikuchi K's four ' 04/29/2022 Yusei Kikuchi strikes out four over 2 2/3 innings of work, allowing four runs on four hits in his start against Houston
APRIL 30, 2022 • MLB.COM
Still a 'work in progress' for Kikuchi after short start TORONTO -- The wait to see a smooth, settled and consistent Yusei Kikuchi will stretch into May. There was a flicker of this 10 days ago in...
APRIL 30, 2022 • MLB.COM
Tweaks arsenal but struggles again Kikuchi scrapped his cutter in Friday's start against the Astros, Mitch Bannon of SI.com reports. He gave up four runs on four hits and three walks while striking out four in 2.2 i...
Impact Manager Charlie Montoyo confirmed that Kikuchi's command just hasn't been right, but acknowledged that it's a tough for him to make adjustments while facing the same opponent (Houston) in back-to-back starts. At this point it's tough to deploy Kikuchi while he is clearly experimenting with different approaches in hopes of solving his strike-throwing issues. He has walked 13 in 14.2 innings this season.
APRIL 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Walks five in no-decision Kikuchi allowed four runs (two earned) on three hits and five walks over 3.2 innings in Sunday's loss to Houston. He struck out four and did not factor in the decision.
Impact Kikuchi faced eight batters in the second inning but escaped after allowing just two runs, including a bases-loaded walk to Alex Bregman. He later coughed up a two-run shot to Michael Brantley in the fourth that bounced him from the game. The 30-year-old lefty saw his ERA climb to 3.75 through 12 innings this season. Kikuchi is expected to get a rematch with the Astros at home next week.
APRIL 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE
Yusei Kikuchi K's 4 ' 04/24/2022 Yusei Kikuchi strikes out four Astros over 3 2/3 innings of work in his start against Houston
APRIL 25, 2022 • MLB.COM
Yusei Kikuchi walks J.D. Martinez ' 04/19/2022 Yusei Kikuchi walks J.D. Martinez after the first-base umpire calls ball four in the 2nd inning for licking his fingers after having been wa...
APRIL 20, 2022 • MLB.COM
Yusei Kikuchi strikes out three ' 04/19/2022 Yusei Kikuchi strikes out three over five innings, allowing one run on three hits and three walks in his start against the Red Sox
APRIL 20, 2022 • MLB.COM
