Ko Seung-min's comeback homer erases deficit, lifts Lotte Giants over NC Dinos
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lotte Giants reversed a losing streak with a comeback victory against the NC Dinos.
- Ko Seung-min hit a game-changing three-run homer in the seventh inning.
- The homer marked Ko Seung-min's 10th home run of the season, his first double-digit homer season in two years.
The Lotte Giants staged a dramatic comeback to defeat the NC Dinos, overcoming a deficit with a pivotal seventh-inning home run. The Giants secured a 7-4 victory, erasing the memory of earlier struggles and errors that had plagued the team.
The turning point came in the bottom of the seventh inning with the Giants trailing 3-4 and the bases loaded with no outs. Slugger Ko Seung-min stepped up to the plate and launched a powerful three-run homer over the right-field fence, completely shifting the momentum of the game. This decisive hit not only gave the Giants the lead but also marked a significant personal milestone for Ko.
With this crucial blast, Ko Seung-min reached double-digit home runs for the season, achieving this feat for the first time in two years. The home run was his 10th of the season, underscoring his return to form and providing a much-needed offensive spark for the Giants.
The victory was hard-fought, with both teams experiencing moments of confusion and defensive miscues. However, the Giants ultimately prevailed, with Ko Seung-min's clutch performance being the undeniable highlight of the game.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.