The interim coach said, “It was not an easy game, but the entire team showed a strong will to win.”
Doosan Bears staged a thrilling comeback drama, successfully escaping a losing streak. Doosan won 9-8 against the Samsung Lions in an away game at Daegu Samsung Lions Park on the 19th, thanks to Kim Ki-yeon's decisive hit.
Doosan, trailing by 1 point at 7-8 in the 8th inning, seized the opportunity for a comeback with a hit by pitch for Kang Seung-ho, a right-field hit by Jeong Soo-bin, and a sacrifice bunt by Kim Dong-jun, putting runners on second and third with one out. Pinch hitter Kim In-tae drew a walk, loading the bases. Kim Ki-yeon hit a single to center field, bringing in 2 runners. 9-8.
Starter Jack Log struggled, allowing 7 runs in 5 innings (6 hits, including 2 home runs, 4 walks, and 6 strikeouts), but Lee Young-ha, Park Chi-guk, and Kim Taek-yeon combined for 4 innings, laying the groundwork for victory.
Interim coach Jo Seong-hwan noted after the game, “It was not an easy game, but the entire team showed a strong will to win. Especially, despite allowing runs early in the game, they did not give up and quickly came back, which led to the comeback victory. This kind of win will empower young players and translate into confidence.”
He also praised, “Starting with Lee Young-ha, who handled multiple innings on the mound, Park Chi-guk and Kim Taek-yeon effectively held back the opposing lineup. They fought with great determination and threw all their power.”
Interim coach Jo Seong-hwan particularly said, “All the players worked hard, but I want to especially commend Kim Ki-yeon. He was suddenly thrown in mid-game and not only delivered a valuable timely hit but also led the bullpen well.” He also expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the fans who came all the way to Daegu and supported until the end.
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