Lotte Giants escaped the pit of four consecutive losing series, led by 'new ace' Alec Gambora's strong performances in two consecutive games.

The professional baseball team Lotte Giants won 4-2 against Doosan Bears in their ninth matchup of the season held at Seoul's Jamsil Baseball Stadium on the 8th.

Lotte, after three consecutive losses, achieved two consecutive wins and rose to third place alone with a weekend winning series. The season total stands at 34 wins, 3 draws, and 28 losses. It was a valuable 2 wins and 1 loss that broke the streak of four consecutive losing series.

Starting pitcher Alec Gambora recorded 2 wins (1 loss) for the season with a strong performance of 6⅔ innings, allowing 4 hits, 2 walks, and striking out 5 while giving up 2 runs on 96 pitches. With a top speed of 157 km/h, he effectively shut out the Doosan batting lineup in their first encounter. He was followed by Jeong Cheol-won (⅔ inning, no runs), Choi Jun-Yong (⅔ inning, no runs), and Kim Won-jung (1 inning, no runs), with Kim Won-jung earning his 15th save of the season.

In the batting lineup, Jeon Jun-woo shone with 2 hits including the game-winning hit, Reyes had a multi-hit game, and Jang Du-seong shone with 3 on-base appearances, including a hit and 2 walks. Right fielder Kim Dong-hyeok's super catch in the bottom of the 9th with no outs and 1 runner on base also stood out.

Lotte manager Kim Tae-hyoung said after the game, "Starting pitcher Gambora did well to throw over 6 innings with only 2 runs allowed, and the trio of Jeong Cheol-won, Choi Jun-Yong, and Kim Won-jung effectively held the game so we could secure the win." He praised the players, saying, "Despite the injuries to many players, the young players filled in well and were able to play a good game."

Lotte's traveling fans filled the third base area at Jamsil again, contributing to Doosan's home six consecutive sellouts. Manager Kim Tae-hyoung expressed gratitude, saying, "I would also like to thank the Giants fans for their enthusiastic support on the holiday."

Lotte will take a day off and then face KT Wiz in a three-game series starting from the 10th in Suwon.

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