MLB:
What would a Kikuchi strikeout rush look like against a lefty-leaning Reds lineup over the first five frames?
Qwiket AI:
A strikeout rush would feature Kikuchi mixing fastball and curve to pin Reds down early, generating multiple whiffs in the mid-to-late innings. Expect him to exploit weak contact on off-speed sequences and keep the ball in the air, with the bullpen ready to protect a potentially slim cushion if Anaheim holds a late lead.
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Los Angeles Angels: