Doosan Bears aim to end losing streak against Kiwoom Heroes, with Benjamin absent and An Woo-jin pitching

The Doosan Bears face a crucial test on August 28th as they host the Kiwoom Heroes at Jamsil Stadium, aiming to snap a two-game losing streak. This matchup is particularly challenging as Doosan's key pitcher, Benjamin, will be absent, leaving them to face Kiwoom's ace, An Woo-jin.

Despite the absence of Benjamin, Doosan holds a favorable 7-4 record against Kiwoom in their season series. However, their recent performance has been disheartening. The Bears have suffered two consecutive walk-off losses to the league-leading KT Wiz, a painful turn of events that has impacted their standing in the league.

These recent defeats have allowed third-place contenders KIA and LG to pull away, creating a 2.5-game gap. Doosan now finds itself in a precarious position, needing a strong performance against Kiwoom to regain momentum and keep its playoff aspirations alive. The return of Winter for a ceremonial first pitch, who has a history of bringing good luck, offers a glimmer of hope for the team.