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Yusei Kikuchi pitching performance with Los Angeles Angels

Overview

Los Angeles Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi has been working to regain form following a four-month absence caused by left shoulder inflammation.

On September 5, Kikuchi achieved his first victory of the season by pitching six scoreless innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates, helping the Angels secure a 6-1 win. However, during a subsequent start against the Seattle Mariners, he struggled with control, lasting only 4.1 innings and allowing five runs and five walks. Despite this difficulty, the Angels coaching staff has expressed optimism regarding his progress as he continues his recovery.

On September 22, Kikuchi missed the opportunity to secure his 50th career Major League win. He pitched 5.1 innings and allowed two runs on seven hits, but the Angels' bullpen surrendered the lead to the Oakland Athletics. A two-run home run by Cortes in the eighth inning ultimately resulted in a loss for Los Angeles. The defeat adds pressure to both teams as they attempt to avoid reaching 100 losses for the season; the Angels currently hold a record of 60-96 and require three wins in their remaining games to avoid the milestone.

Entities

Los Angeles Angels · Yusei Kikuchi · Kurt Suzuki · Miami Marlins · Oakland Athletics

Timeline

  1. 7 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Yusei Kikuchi misses 50th MLB win as Angels bullpen collapses

    Yusei Kikuchi missed his 50th MLB win as the Angels' bullpen surrendered a lead to the Athletics, a critical matchup for both teams as they fight to avoid 100 losses this season.

  2. 13 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Yusei Kikuchi struggles with control in Angels start against Mariners

    Los Angeles Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi surrendered five runs and five walks in 4.1 innings against the Seattle Mariners, highlighting ongoing control issues following his return from injury.

  3. 25 days ago

    [SPORTS] 2 sources
    Yusei Kikuchi earns first win of season with scoreless outing

    Los Angeles Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi secured his first win of the season, pitching six scoreless innings against the Pittsburgh Pirates to snap a three-game losing streak.

Sources

baseballchannel.jp · hochi.news · news.mynavi.jp · tokyo-sports.co.jp

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