Episode

ANGELS POSTCAST: Yusei Kikuchi STRUGGLES as Halos fail to sweep Seattle Mariners in 7-2 Loss

Podcast: Locked On Angels - Daily Podcast On The Los Angeles Angels
Published: Sep 17, 2026
Duration seconds: 1138
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Summary

Yusei Kikuchi's command struggles and costly walks overshadowed the Los Angeles Angels' shot at a series sweep, resulting in a 7-2 loss to the Seattle Mariners. Gavin Carlson highlights Kikuchi's inconsistent outing, raising questions about his role as a rotation mainstay despite being one of the roster's highest-paid arms. The first segment examines whether Kikuchi's recent stretch and advancing age could spell trouble for the Angels' pitching plans in the upcoming season.