Aiming Higher Than 5th Place: Owner's Rebuke Follows Ace's Injury! When Will Benjamin Return? 'Hope He's Back Before the Asian Games'

The Doosan Bears baseball team has suffered a major blow with the sudden removal of their ace pitcher, Wes Benjamin, from the first team roster. The decision came just before their game against the Lotte Giants on the 21st, citing an injury as the reason for his absence.

Benjamin was last seen on the mound during the game against the NC Dinos on the 18th, where he pitched five innings, allowing three runs (one earned). The team had high aspirations for the season, aiming for a finish better than fifth place, making Benjamin's injury a particularly significant obstacle.

There is considerable concern about the severity of Benjamin's injury and his potential return date. The team and its fans are hoping for his recovery in time for the Asian Games, but his exact timeline for rejoining the team is currently unknown. The uncertainty surrounding their star pitcher adds to the team's challenges as they navigate the remainder of the season.