Breaking news: Los Angeles Angels Pitcher Yusei kikuchi Decommitted and announced his new Commitments from….
In a headline-grabbing move, Los Angeles Angels pitcher Yusei Kikuchi has officially decommitted from the team and revealed new plans to return to his roots — signing with a top-tier club in Japan’s Pacific League.
The announcement, made via Kikuchi’s agent early Friday morning, marks a significant shift in the veteran pitcher’s career. After spending several seasons in Major League Baseball, Kikuchi has decided to continue his professional journey back home in Japan, citing a desire to be closer to family and to embrace new opportunities within Nippon Professional Baseball (NPB).
“I’m incredibly thankful for my time with the Angels and the fans here in the U.S.,” Kikuchi shared in a statement. “But I feel it’s time to return to where it all started — to give back to Japanese baseball and contribute at home.”
While the specific team within the Pacific League has not yet been officially disclosed, insiders suggest a likely signing with either the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks or the Saitama Seibu Lions — Kikuchi’s original NPB team before joining MLB in 2019.
The Angels organization has expressed respect and support for Kikuchi’s decision, praising his professionalism and contributions both on and off the field.
Kikuchi’s departure leaves a gap in the Angels’ pitching rotation, sparking immediate speculation about potential replacements as the team scrambles to adjust ahead of the mid-season…..
