Professional baseball NC Dinos outfielder Cheon Jae-hwan set a personal record for the most RBIs in a single game, contributing to the team's five-game winning streak.
On the 7th, Cheon Jae-hwan started as the left fielder batting seventh in the away game against the KT Wiz held at Suwon KT Wiz Park, achieving 3 hits (1 home run), 5 RBIs, and 1 run in 5 at-bats. After flying out to center field in the 2nd inning and grounding out to second base in the 4th inning, Cheon Jae-hwan hit a single to left field with two outs and the bases loaded in the 5th inning, bringing Matt Davidson and Son Ah-seob home. The score was 6-0.
Cheon Jae-hwan achieved a multi-hit game with a single to left field in the 7th inning and exploded a three-run homer in the 9th inning with 1 out and runners on first and third, leading the NC Dinos to a 12-2 victory over the KT Wiz, extending their winning streak to five games. Starting pitcher Mok Ji-hun celebrated his first win since his 2023 professional debut, allowing 3 hits (1 home run), striking out 5, and allowing 1 run in 5 innings.
After the game, Cheon Jae-hwan noted, "I'm happy to contribute to the team's winning streak. My batting form is currently improving. I still feel regret about the first at-bat of each game, so I don't feel completely in form yet."
He added, "I think I've changed in that I am more relaxed in the batter's box compared to last year. I am receiving a lot of help from the coaches."
The NC Dinos continue to live a transient lifestyle following the structural collapse accident that occurred at their home field, Changwon NC Park. Cheon Jae-hwan said, "Recently, as tough schedules continue, I am feeling the importance of home games once again. There are many difficult aspects such as managing condition and practicing, but all the players are making their best efforts in the current situation."
He also added, "I think the fans are just as affected as the players. Thanks to the fans who come out to support us even on the road, all the players are managing to overcome this situation well. We will overcome this together. Thank you."
Meanwhile, Manager Lee Ho-jun said, "In a situation where the team is on a winning streak, rookie Mok Ji-hun played a significant role. I sincerely congratulate him on his first professional win. Regardless of the score difference, our lineup maintained focus and capitalized on scoring opportunities, allowing us to manage the latter half of the game calmly."
He further added, "I am grateful that the players have adapted well to the unexpected away schedule and changed situations while playing well. We will prepare well for the next game to perform well again."
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