Kiwoom Heroes' Second-Half Rotation: An Woo-jin Rests, Fifth Starter Undecided

The Kiwoom Heroes are set to kick off the second half of the KBO season with a four-game road series against the Hanwha Eagles in Daejeon. Manager Seol Jong-jin announced the initial rotation for the series, which will feature Raul Alcantara, Ha Young-min, An Woo-jin, and Park Jun-hyeon.

However, the team faces a slight adjustment as ace pitcher An Woo-jin will be given an additional day of rest. This means the planned rotation will be slightly altered, and the identity of the fifth starter for the upcoming games remains undecided. The team's performance in the first half of the season was challenging, concluding with a 29-57 win-loss record and one tie, placing them in a difficult position heading into the latter part of the season.

The Heroes will need to find consistency and improve their performance significantly to climb the standings. The upcoming series against the Hanwha Eagles presents an immediate opportunity to start strong in the second half. The team's ability to solidify their starting rotation, particularly the fifth spot, will be crucial for their success in the coming months.