Kim Young-woong and Lewin Diaz of the Samsung Lions hit back-to-back home runs. The chance of breaking the frustrating seven-game losing streak has increased.
Samsung clashed with the LG Twins on the 11th at Daegu Samsung Lions Park. Samsung's starting lineup included center fielder Kim Sung-yoon, left fielder Koo Ja-wook, third baseman Kim Young-woong, designated hitter Lewin Diaz, catcher Kang Min-ho, second baseman Ryu Ji-hyuk, first baseman Park Byeong-ho, right fielder Kim Tae-hoon, and shortstop Lee Jae-hyun. Manager Park Jin-man emphasized, "The entire batting lineup is in a slump. We need to increase our chances of scoring through changes."
Kim Young-woong has showcased an excellent performance at home this season. With a .195 batting average (8 hits in 41 at-bats), 3 RBIs, and 1 run scored in away games, he has put on a one-man show at home with a .310 batting average (22 hits in 71 at-bats), 5 home runs, and 18 RBIs. This is also what Manager Park Jin-man expects.
Samsung, trailing 1-3, took the lead 4-3 with back-to-back home runs by Kim Young-woong and Lewin Diaz in the 6th inning. Leadoff hitter Koo Ja-wook opened the scoring with a double to left-center. At the plate was Kim Young-woong. After striking out in the 1st and grounding out in the 4th, Kim Young-woong hit a two-run home run to left against LG starter Cohen Win. The score was tied at 3-3.
Not to be outdone, Diaz showcased his prowess as the home run leader. With a 2B-2S count, he pulled the sixth pitch, a fastball (145 km), into the right field stands. The score was now 4-3.
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