AL West Preview Capsules
JULY 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
YUSEI KIKUCHI
0-4 W-L •
1.47 WHIP •
3.72 ERA
0-4 W-L
1.47 WHIP
3.72 ERA
Scuffles in intrasquad start Kikuchi allowed four runs on four hits and four walks over 2.1 innings in Tuesday's intrasquad game, Greg Johns of MLB.com reports.
Impact It was Kikuchi's first appearance in a game situation since spring training, so the rusty outing is understandable to a significant degree. The left-hander threw regularly during the shutdown and had been pleased with the quality of his bullpen sessions since summer camp started, but he noted through his interpreter after Tuesday's appearance that his balance and mechanics were thrown off somewhat by elements such as baserunners and signs. Kikuchi did hit 95 mph regularly with his fastball, however, and he reported that both his stamina and arm were feeling good throughout his time on the mound. The 29-year-old lines up for one more intrasquad start before taking the hill in the Mariners' second regular-season game, which is scheduled for July 25 in Houston.
JULY 15, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
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JULY 14, 2020 • CALLTOTHEPEN.COM
Even in shortened season, focus for Mariners is on future
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Mariners hope 6-man rotation pays off now and going forward
The Seattle Mariners kicked off summer camp trying to figure out how to get pitchers ready in just three weeksJULY 3, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
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JUNE 29, 2020 • ESPN.COM
Should have access to facility Kikuchi, who has remained in the Arizona area while spring training has been suspended, should be one of the players that begins participating in informal workouts at the team's Pe...
Impact With MLB teams now allowed to grant restricted access to their spring training or home facilities in accordance with local guidelines, the Mariners will begin hosting staggered groups of players for informal workouts early this week. Given his proximity to the Peoria complex, Kikuchi is fully expected to be one of those participating moving forward. The southpaw, readying for his second season stateside after a successful career in Japan, was thought to be making impressive progress with both his velocity and command before Cactus League play was paused. Having access to certain amenities and equipment at the spring facility should allow Kikuchi to start getting back on track after he was forced to work out in more limited fashion in recent weeks.
MAY 25, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Yusei Kikuchi: A Mariners signing that didn't work out in 2019 Kikuchi struggled mightily during his first major league season, and there don’t seem to be many clear reasons to expect a turnaround.
MAY 12, 2020 • YARDBARKER.COM
After season of tinkering, Mariners pitcher Yusei Kikuchi spent the offseason perfecting PEORIA, Ariz. -- In the days after the 2019 season mercifully came to an end, and before the offseason truly began for players not in the po...
FEBRUARY 17, 2020 • ARCAMAX.COM
Kikuchi expected to start for Seattle against New York
Seattle will host division rival New YorkAUGUST 29, 2019
Japanese stars Kikuchi and Tanaka set to face for first time
Yusei Kikuchi to face Masahiro Tanaka for 1st time in majorsAUGUST 29, 2019
Mariners visit Tampa Bay, aim to build on Kikuchi's strong performance
Seattle looks to follow up a two-hitter by Sunday starter Yusei KikuchiAUGUST 22, 2019
Kikuchi throws 2-hitter for 1st shutout, Mariners top Jays
Yusei Kikuchi pitched his first shutout in the major leagues, throwing a two-hitter that led the Seattle Mariners over the Toronto Blue Jays 7-0AUGUST 22, 2019
Seattle faces Oakland, looks to build on Kikuchi's strong outing
Seattle looks to follow up a strong outing by Friday starter Yusei KikuchiJULY 6, 2019
Crawford shines, Kikuchi rebounds as Mariners thump O's 13-3
Crawford shines, Kikuchi rebounds as Mariners thump O's 13-3JUNE 24, 2019
Ohtani homers off Kikuchi in Angels' 12-3 win over Seattle
Shohei Ohtani homered and singled off Yusei Kikuchi in the Los Angeles Angels' 12-3 win over the Seattle MarinersJUNE 9, 2019
Trout, Angels batter Kikuchi in 9-3 win over Mariners
Trout, Angels batter Kikuchi in 9-3 win over MarinersMAY 31, 2019
Angels sit Ohtani ruining possible matchup with Kikuchi
Brad Ausmus disappointed countless Japanese baseball fans on Thursday with one decisionMAY 31, 2019
Kikuchi to start home opener for Seattle against the Athletics
The Athletics will start Mike Fiers on Monday and the Mariners are expected to counter with Yusei KikuchiMAY 13, 2019
Not a sticky situation: Kikuchi’s hat draws looks, no action
Not a sticky situation: Kikuchi's hat draws looks, no actionMAY 10, 2019
Seattle visits New York after Kikuchi's strong performance
The Mariners will start Mike Leake on Thursday and the Yankees are expected to counter with J.AMAY 9, 2019
Bauer fans eight, Ramirez slugs first homer as Indians top Mariners 6-4
The Cleveland bullpen held on after Seattle cut the Indians' lead to 5-4 with a three-run 8th inning.APRIL 16, 2019
Kikuchi could become blueprint for helping Asian arms adjust
Seattle Mariners pitcher Yusei Kikuchi is well aware his first season in the majors will be subject to additional scrutinyMARCH 26, 2019
Yusei Kikuchi's dream of playing in majors now a reality
Yusei Kikuchi's goal was always to pitch in the major leaguesMARCH 13, 2019
All eyes on Kikuchi during his spring debut for Mariners
All eyes on Kikuchi during his spring debut for MarinersFEBRUARY 26, 2019
