‘Crazy’ bases-loaded, no-out crisis: 3-pitch strikeout, 3-pitch strikeout, 3-pitch strikeout… 1st round pitcher’s terrifying slider is fearsome

NC Dinos pitcher Shin Young-woo delivered a "crazy" and "terrifying" performance on Tuesday, escaping a bases-loaded, no-out situation with just nine pitches. The 22-year-old right-hander struck out three consecutive batters to end the threat in the third inning of a game against the SSG Landers at Changwon NC Park.

Shin entered the game as the second pitcher for the Dinos with a 2-0 lead. The starter, Kim Tae-kyung, had allowed consecutive walks to Jung Joon-jae and Park Sung-han, putting runners on first and second with no outs. Shin was brought in to quell the rally, and he did so in spectacular fashion.

Facing immense pressure, Shin unleashed a barrage of sliders that proved unhittable for the SSG hitters. He recorded three consecutive strikeouts, ending the inning without allowing a run. His dominant display of control and power in a critical moment drew significant praise and awe from observers, highlighting his potential as a key player for the NC Dinos.