Hanwha Eagles Halt Losing Streak Against Lotte Giants, Ryu Hyun-jin Ties for League Lead in Wins

The Hanwha Eagles snapped their two-game losing skid with a decisive 9-2 victory over the Lotte Giants on Thursday at Sajik Baseball Stadium. This win not only halted their slide but also allowed them to maintain their .500 winning percentage for the season, bringing their record to 28 wins, 1 draw, and 27 losses.

Pitcher Ryu Hyun-jin earned the win for Hanwha, marking his league-leading eighth victory of the season, tying him with two other pitchers for the most wins in the league. He pitched six innings, allowing two runs on six hits, striking out five batters. The Eagles' offense was potent, with multiple players contributing hits and runs throughout the game.

For the Lotte Giants, the loss extended their own losing streak to two games, bringing their season record to 22 wins, 1 draw, and 33 losses. The game also marked another missed opportunity for manager Kim Tae-hyung to achieve his 800th career win as a manager, a milestone that will have to wait for a future game.