Yusei Kikuchi (4-8) allowed six runs on nine hits and struck out one through four innings in Friday's 10-2 loss to the Astros. He took his eighth loss of the season.
Fantasy Impact
Kikuchi has struggled recently, with five of his last 10 starts seeing him surrender five or more runs. He owns a 5.49 ERA and 1.48 WHIP with 84 strikeouts in 118 innings this season. His next scheduled start is Wednesday, home against the Padres.