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Angels' Soriano one pitch type has been unhittable so far in 2026
TL;DR
José Soriano of the Los Angeles Angels is having an outstanding start to the 2026 season with a 3-0 record and a 0.45 ERA. His knuckle curve has proven unhittable, striking out eight batters without being hit in 79 pitches thrown.
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The Los Angeles Angels are a respectable 7-8 on the season, and the optimism outweighs the doubt so far in 2026. Centerfielder Mike Trout is showing some signs of old, and they have a starting pitcher who is going to be in the conversation for the American League Cy Young.
José Soriano, a 27-year-old right-hander, has been a pleasant surprise to start the year. At 3-0, and with an incredible ERA of 0.45, it has been smooth sailing so far. He has only surrendered one home run, seven total hits over 20 innings of work in the three starts.
According to Baseball Savant, there is one incredible stat to pay attention to. Soriano's knuckle curve has been unhittable, and it is not because he has only thrown it a handful of times. Of the 278 total pitches thrown so far, he has tossed that lethal knuckle curve 79 times. It has struck out eight batters and ultimately not been hit so far.
You want to talk about one pitch dictating whether or not you are a Cy Young candidate or not, that is it. The Angels are certainly benefitting from Soriano's upbeat start, and it is imperative for him to continue, as this season might be a one-hit wonder for a World Series chance.
The American League West is going to be an interesting division, with the spotty start from the Seattle Mariners and Houston Astros. The Angels, Athletics, and Texas Rangers are all within a game of each other for the lead of the division. This is going to be a close-knit battle, and Soriano is going to have to bring it with every start.
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What is José Soriano's current ERA and win-loss record in 2026?
José Soriano has a 0.45 ERA and a 3-0 win-loss record so far in the 2026 season.
How many times has José Soriano thrown his knuckle curve this season?
José Soriano has thrown his knuckle curve 79 times this season.
What impact could José Soriano's performance have on the Angels' World Series chances?
Soriano's strong performance is crucial for the Angels, as it may significantly influence their chances of competing for the World Series this season.
