Yusei Kikuchi's dominant strikeouts overshadowed in tough loss
by Emily Maingi | Astros Correspondent | Wed, Jul 10th 10:30am EDT
Yusei Kikuchi delivered a strong performance, allowing two earned runs on six hits and zero walks while striking out 13 over 7.1 innings in Tuesday's 4-3 loss to the Giants.
Fantasy Impact:
Despite the impressive strikeout total and solid control, Kikuchi's effort wasn't enough to secure a win, leaving his record unchanged. This outing, marked by a high strikeout count and efficient pitching, should reassure fantasy managers of Kikuchi's potential, even though his win-loss record and ERA might suggest a challenging season. His high K/9 and improving command, as evidenced by no walks in this game, make him a valuable asset in strikeout-heavy fantasy formats. However, his susceptibility to the occasional poor outing, as reflected in his season ERA and WHIP, suggests a degree of caution is warranted.
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