SP - Los Angeles Angels
- Age 35
- Bats: L
- Throws: L
Next Start
- Rank
- P #158
- Projection (?)
- 0 pts
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Yusei Kikuchi allowed five earned runs on seven hits and one walk while striking out four over five innings in a loss to the Rangers.
Fantasy Impact
Kikuchi was underwhelming in his first start since April 29, allowing four earned runs or more in five of his last seven trips to the mound. The left-hander remains another dismal option in the Angels rotation for manager Kurt Suzuki, posting a 6.25 ERA and 1.58 WHIP with an 0-4 record and .855 OPS allowed through eight starts.
Yusei Kikuchi’s next start will be in the majors.
Fantasy Impact
Kikuchi should be activated later this week. The Angels are still deciding if they’re going with a 6-man rotation or taking someone else out.
Yusei Kikuchi and the Angels will discuss if he needs another rehab start.
Fantasy Impact
Kikuchi said he felt fine physically after his latest rehab start with Triple-A Salt Lake. He could be activated later this week or next week.
Yusei Kikuchi threw 57 pitches over 1 2/3 innings for Triple-A Salt Lake on Tuesday.
Fantasy Impact
Kikuchi allowed six runs on three hits with four strikeouts and five walks. It certainly wasn't the best outing for him. It remains unclear how many more rehab starts he will require.
Yusei Kikuchi will make his next rehab start for Triple-A Salt Lake.
Fantasy Impact
Kikuchi should be activated from the IL later in August.
