José Soriano Dominates Early Season with Triple Threat Performance ANAHEIM — José Soriano’s meteoric rise as a potential franchise ace has taken a significant step forward as he delivered his third consecutive dominant start, leading the Los Angeles Angels to a 6-2 victory over the Atlanta Braves on Monday night. The right-hander showcased elite command and overpowering stuff, striking out 10 batters while walking none and allowing just one run over eight innings. His performance marked him as the first pitcher in Major League Baseball history to record three wins in a single season, while also establishing a new benchmark for the Angels franchise with his historic achievements. Soriano’s outing was a masterclass in execution, as he navigated a potent Braves lineup with precision. The 28-year-old righty, who had already set club records in his first two starts, extended his dominance by becoming the fourth Angel pitcher to achieve six-plus innings, one or fewer runs allowed, and at least four strikeouts in each of his first three starts of a season. Joining him in this exclusive club were Hall of Famer Nolan Ryan (1978), Chuck Finley (1998), Jered Weaver (2011), and Shohei Ohtani (2023). Soriano’s 0.45 ERA in 20 innings this season, paired with 21 strikeouts and six walks, has positioned him as one of the league’s most formidable starters. The Braves, entering the game with the lowest strikeout rate in the majors at 17.7 percent, were no match for Soriano’s arsenal. Despite allowing a solo home run to Drake Baldwin on a 98.3 mph four-seam fastball in the first inning, Soriano quickly regained control, retiring 19 consecutive batters after the error. His ability to dominate the strike zone—throwing 71.1 percent of his pitches for strikes—was a key factor in limiting damage.#atlanta_braves #los_angeles_angels #jose_soriano #kurt_suzuki #nolan_ryan
