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Doosan Bears Secure Series Win, Kiwoom's Kim Yun-ha Extends Losing Streak
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Doosan Bears Secure Series Win, Kiwoom's Kim Yun-ha Extends Losing Streak

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • The Doosan Bears defeated the Kiwoom Heroes 8-1, securing a winning series.
  • This victory marked the Bears' second consecutive win.
  • Kiwoom's starting pitcher Kim Yun-ha extended his personal losing streak to 18 games.

The Doosan Bears secured a weekend series victory against the Kiwoom Heroes, triumphing 8-1 in their July 5, 2026, matchup at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul. This win extended the Bears' winning streak to two games and clinched the series for them, despite losing the opening game of the three-game set.

The Doosan Bears won 8-1 against the Kiwoom Heroes, extending their winning streak to two games.

โ€” Chosun IlboThis quote states the final score and the immediate consequence for the Doosan Bears.

The Doosan offense was powered by strong hitting, complementing the solid pitching performance from Choi Min-seok. The Bears' bats came alive, contributing significantly to the decisive 8-1 scoreline. This offensive output proved too much for the Heroes to overcome.

On the other side, the loss was particularly difficult for the Kiwoom Heroes and their starting pitcher, Kim Yun-ha. Kim's personal losing streak extended to a significant 18 games with this defeat. His struggles on the mound were a key factor in the Heroes' inability to compete in the game.

They secured the winning series by finishing the weekend series with a win.

โ€” Chosun IlboThis quote emphasizes the series victory achieved by the Doosan Bears.

The victory ensures the Doosan Bears take the winning series, a positive outcome for the team as they continue their KBO League campaign. For the Kiwoom Heroes, the focus shifts to regrouping after this decisive loss and addressing the ongoing challenges, particularly concerning their pitching.

Kim Yun-ha's starting 18-game losing streak.

โ€” Chosun IlboThis quote highlights the personal milestone of a losing streak for the Kiwoom Heroes' pitcher.
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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.