Yusei Kikuchi

This is the Topps Now card for Yusei Kikuchi, featured in MLB The Show 24. He's a 98 Overall Diamond card primarily playing SP.

Released 1 year ago, Yusei Kikuchi is a free option from the Season 2 Awards Drop 9 Program.

He currently holds the #136 rank among 3759 starting pitchers.

On the mound, Yusei Kikuchi exhibits impressive H/9 with a 101 rating, excellent K/9 with a 111 rating, and decent BB/9 with a 83 rating. With runners threatening, his Pitching Clutch rating of 99 shows above average performance. His overall pitching profile is defined by strong control with a Control rating of 83, solid velocity with a Velocity rating of 86, and exceptional break with a Break rating of 99. As a starting pitcher, his stamina is noteworthy with a rating of 93.

He utilizes a 4-pitch mix, spearheaded by a 4-Seam Fastball, complemented by a Slider. Key pitches include: His 4-Seam Fastball boasts high velocity with excellent command. His Slider exhibits significant movement with excellent command and his Circle Change exhibits notable break.

In the field, Yusei Kikuchi is a below average defender. His key defensive attributes are 59 Fielding, 68 Arm Strength, and 49 Reaction time.

Yusei Kikuchi is a 32-year-old player from Honduras, standing 6'0" tall and weighing 210 lbs. He currently plays for the Astros, batting Left-handed and throwing Left-handed.

Other available versions for Yusei Kikuchi include: Live (79 Silver).