KT Wiz Bets on Injured Batting Leader Choi Won-joon to Avoid Sweep
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- KT Wiz is starting Choi Won-joon, who is ranked first in batting average, despite an incomplete recovery from a back injury.
- The decision is a strategic move to avoid a sweep by the Lotte Giants in their seven-game series.
- Choi Won-joon believes he can play as a designated hitter (DH) even with his injury.
Facing the threat of being swept by the Lotte Giants, the KT Wiz baseball team has made a bold decision to include their star hitter, Choi Won-joon, in the starting lineup for their game on July 5th. Choi, who leads the league in batting average, is still recovering from a back injury.
The KT Wiz, currently in third place, are playing the final game of a weekend series against the Lotte Giants. The team's management has opted to start Choi, despite his incomplete recovery, in a strategic effort to prevent a series sweep. This move underscores the importance the team places on this particular matchup and their star player's contribution.
Choi Won-joon himself expressed confidence in his ability to play, stating that he believes he can perform as a designated hitter (DH) even with his current physical condition. This suggests a willingness from the player to push through discomfort for the team's benefit.
The decision highlights the high stakes of the game for the KT Wiz, who are aiming to maintain their position in the league standings. Choi's presence, even if not at 100%, is seen as crucial for bolstering the team's offensive capabilities against the Lotte Giants.
DH is possible.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.