'5 Innings, 3 Runs Allowed' Season 7th Win → Career 193 Wins, Swapped Out After Only 69 Pitches... Lee Beom-ho 'Grateful to Veteran Yang Hyeon-jong' [Oh!쎈 Gwangju]
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- KIA Tigers defeated the Kiwoom Heroes 9-5, ending a three-game losing streak.
- The victory was powered by a strong home run performance, deciding the game's outcome.
- Pitcher Yang Hyeon-jong earned his seventh win of the season, bringing his career total to 193 wins.
The KIA Tigers snapped their three-game losing streak with a decisive 9-5 victory over the Kiwoom Heroes at the Gwangju-Kia Champions Field on Saturday, July 25, 2026. This win not only avenged their previous day's loss but also leveled the series at one win apiece, showcasing a powerful offensive display.
The game's momentum shifted significantly thanks to a series of impactful home runs. In the bottom of the first inning, with one out and runners on first and third, Na Sung-bum launched a crucial home run that set the tone for the Tigers' offense. This offensive surge proved to be the deciding factor in the contest.
Veteran pitcher Yang Hyeon-jong secured his seventh win of the season, bringing his career total to an impressive 193 victories. Despite throwing only 69 pitches over five innings and allowing three runs, manager Lee Beom-ho expressed gratitude for Yang's performance, acknowledging the pitcher's experience and contribution to the team's success.
Yang Hyeon-jong is appreciated.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.