Yusei Kikuchi returns to Angels rotation against Rangers today
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 2:32 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026
Yusei Kikuchi will start for the Los Angeles Angels against the Texas Rangers on August 23, 2026, after being activated from the 60-day injured list. Kikuchi, who has been sidelined with left shoulder inflammation since April, signed a three-year, $60 million deal with the Angels prior to the 2025 season. In his last full season, he recorded a 3.99 ERA despite allowing a league-high 180 hits. While the Angels are not in contention for the postseason, Kikuchi's return could provide a competitive edge down the stretch.
- •Kikuchi comes off the IL to start against Texas.
- •He suffered shoulder inflammation during a start on April 29.
- •The Angels signed Kikuchi to a three-year, $60 million contract.
- •He had a solid performance last season with a 3.99 ERA.
- •Angels look to remain competitive despite not being in playoff contention.
- 2:32 PMYahoo Sports — Angels receive great Yusei Kikuchi news before Rangers game
"Kikuchi has missed several months due to an injury.
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