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Choi Won-tae Achieves Quality Start After 64 Days and 10th Consecutive 100-Inning Season
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Choi Won-tae Achieves Quality Start After 64 Days and 10th Consecutive 100-Inning Season

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Samsung Lions pitcher Choi Won-tae achieved a Quality Start (QS) for the first time in 64 days, pitching 6 innings and allowing 2 runs against the Kiwoom Heroes.
  • He also reached a personal milestone of 10 consecutive seasons with over 100 innings pitched.
  • Choi credited his team's strong defense, particularly an "amazing play" by Sung-yoon, for his success in the game, which the Lions won 12-2.

Samsung Lions pitcher Choi Won-tae delivered a strong performance, marking his first Quality Start (QS) in 64 days during a game against the Kiwoom Heroes. Choi pitched six innings, giving up six hits and two earned runs while striking out six batters. This outing contributed to the Lions' decisive 12-2 victory.

Beyond the immediate game performance, Choi achieved a significant personal milestone: his 10th consecutive season surpassing 100 innings pitched. This consistent durability highlights his reliability as a starting pitcher over the past decade.

Reflecting on the game, Choi acknowledged the support of his teammates, specifically mentioning an "amazing play" by Sung-yoon that he felt was crucial. He stated, "I just focused on pitching, thanks to Sung-yoon's amazing play." Choi's performance and milestone underscore his enduring presence in the league.

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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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