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Mariners pitcher Yusei Kikuchi declines player option, elects free
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40 in 40: Yusei Kikuchi - Lookout Landing
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Mariners pitcher Yusei Kikuchi set to make MLB debut in Japan
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Mariners rotation: Where Sheffield, Kikuchi and more stand going
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As Yusei Kikuchi adjusts to American baseball, the Mariners don't
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Emotions overcome Yusei Kikuchi as his first game with the
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Yusei Kikuchi may join MLB in 2019
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MLB Hot Stove Rumors and Updates: Mets trade for Chris Bassitt
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Kikuchi, Torrens star as surging Mariners beat White Sox 9-3
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The Jays need more than upside from Yusei Kikuchi
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Dodgers Showing Interest in Lefty Pitcher Yusei Kikuchi – Think
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It's a sticky situation': Mariners pitchers weigh in on MLB rule
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Steve Phillips: Blue Jays face Kikuchi conundrum