Yusei Kikuchi allowed five runs on nine hits and one walk while striking out three through three 1/3 innings in Tuesday's 11-6 win over the Tigers. He did not factor into the decision.
Fantasy Impact
Kikuchi imploded in the fourth inning and was charged with four runs on five hits, including a pair of homers. He has struggled in his first season in the majors with a 5.56 ERA, 1.52 WHIP and 95:42 K:BB over 126 1/3 innings. His next scheduled start is Sunday, away against the Blue Jays.