Lee Jung-hoo shines with multi-hit, 3-RBI performance in Giants' 16-3 rout
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Lee Jung-hoo recorded multiple hits and three RBIs in his team's 16-3 victory over the Milwaukee Brewers.
- The Giants outfielder's performance marked his first multi-hit game in two appearances since returning from a hit-by-pitch injury.
- Lee's batting average slightly increased to 0.302 for the season.
Lee Jung-hoo returned to the San Francisco Giants lineup with a powerful performance, delivering multiple hits and three RBIs in a decisive 16-3 win against the Milwaukee Brewers. This marked his first multi-hit game since April 26, following a two-game absence due to a hit-by-pitch injury.
Starting as the right fielder and batting fifth, Lee went 2-for-6 with three RBIs and one run scored. His batting average edged up to 0.302 (112 hits in 371 at-bats) for the season. In the second inning, he reached second base on a throwing error by the Brewers' center fielder, later scoring on a three-run homer.
He hit a two-out, bases-loaded double, driving in two runs and marking his 23rd double of the season.
Lee's bat came alive again in the sixth inning with the Giants leading 8-2. He hit a two-out, bases-loaded double, driving in two runs and marking his 23rd double of the season. He added another RBI in the seventh with a single to left field, bringing his season total to 40 RBIs.
The Giants amassed 17 hits in total, securing a dominant victory. The win improved San Francisco's season record to 46-62, placing them fourth in the National League West.
He added another RBI in the seventh with a single to left field, bringing his season total to 40 RBIs.
Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.