Many players played nearly 18 innings over two games, and I want to commend them for their hard work.
LG Twins manager Yeom Kyung-yeop expressed his thoughts after sweeping the doubleheader against the Samsung Lions. LG marked victories in both games of the doubleheader held at Daegu Samsung Lions Park on the 10th, securing both a winning streak and a winning series.
The first game of the doubleheader was a 5-4 victory for LG. LG starter Son Joo-young pitched 6 innings, allowing 6 hits, 2 walks, striking out 6 and giving up 3 runs, earning his 4th win of the season. He reached a top speed of 152 km/h while mixing in curveballs, sliders, and changeups. Kim Jin-sung added a hold, marking the 14th time in history he achieved 10 holds in four consecutive years.
Moon Seong-joo, who had a batting average of .111 over the last 10 games, completed his first game with 4 hits of the season, while Moon Bo-kyung supported with 3 hits in 3 at-bats, including a home run, 1 RBI, and 2 runs scored. Hong Chang-ki and Park Hae-min also contributed with multi-hit games.
The victory in the second game also belonged to LG, as they defeated Samsung 4-1 to secure two wins. LG starter Lim Chan-kyu pitched 6 innings, allowing 2 hits, 5 walks, striking out 5 and giving up 1 run, earning his 6th win of the season. Park Hae-min led the offense with 2 hits, including a triple, 1 RBI, and 1 run scored, while Oh Ji-hwan took the lead by hitting a solo home run to start the scoring.
Manager Yeom Kyung-yeop said after the game, “It was a tough doubleheader, but I want to commend the players for their focus as they overcame challenges.” He added, “Starters Son Joo-young and Lim Chan-kyu fulfilled their roles, and Kim Jin-sung and Jang Hyun-sik contributed to the victory with holds and saves in two consecutive games.”
Expressing satisfaction, manager Yeom Kyung-yeop noted, “Overall, as our batters gradually came alive in crucial situations, we were able to perform well in the games,” adding, “Many players played nearly 18 innings over two games, and I want to commend them for their hard work.”
He also conveyed, “The fans must have had a tough time at the doubleheader away game, but thanks to their passionate support throughout the two games, we were able to achieve victory. I am grateful.”
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