LG loses 11-18 to last-place Kiwoom after scoring 11 runs in a devastating collapse

LG's hopes were dashed in a shocking 11-18 defeat against the last-place Kiwoom Heroes, a game that saw the team score 11 runs but ultimately crumble under a barrage of hits and runs. The loss, which featured a staggering 40 hits between both teams, marked a particularly painful moment for LG fans.

This defeat was historic for manager Yeom Gyeong-yeop's tenure. It was the first time since he took the helm in 2023 that LG lost a game in which they scored 11 or more runs. The previous instance of LG losing with such a high score dated back to September 2018, over seven years prior.

The pitching staff also endured a nightmarish outing, allowing 18 or more runs for the first time under Yeom. This significant defensive lapse was the first time the team had conceded so many runs since June 2020, underscoring a critical struggle on the mound. The team's starting pitcher, Australian import Wells, struggled in his outing, giving up five runs in three innings before being replaced.