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Choi Jeong creates scoring chance for SSG Landers in sixth inning
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Choi Jeong creates scoring chance for SSG Landers in sixth inning

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • SSG Landers' Choi Jeong created a scoring opportunity in the sixth inning against Doosan Bears.
  • The game took place on July 7, 2026, at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul.
  • SSG Landers' starting pitcher was Kim Min-jun, while Doosan Bears fielded Wes Benjamin.

SSG Landers' veteran slugger Choi Jeong created a crucial scoring chance in the sixth inning during a KBO League game against the Doosan Bears. The matchup, part of the '2026 Shinhan SOL Bank KBO League' season, took place on Sunday, July 7, 2026, at the Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul.

With one out and a runner on first base in the top of the sixth inning, Choi Jeong stepped up to the plate. He managed to hit a crucial single, advancing the runner and placing himself on first base. This timely hit put pressure on the Doosan Bears' defense and represented a significant opportunity for the SSG Landers to break the deadlock or extend a lead.

The game featured a pitching duel between SSG Landers' Kim Min-jun and Doosan Bears' Wes Benjamin as the starting pitchers. Both teams were vying for a crucial win in the ongoing league standings. Choi Jeong's offensive contribution in this key moment highlighted his importance to the SSG Landers' lineup.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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