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LG Twins manager sticks with pitcher Park Si-won despite struggles
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LG Twins manager sticks with pitcher Park Si-won despite struggles

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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  • LG Twins manager Yeom Gyeong-yeop plans to continue starting pitcher Park Si-won in the rotation.
  • This decision comes despite recent struggles and a canceled game.
  • Yeom stated that Park Si-won is aware of his current situation and the team's plans.

Despite recent difficulties, LG Twins manager Yeom Gyeong-yeop is resolute in his decision to keep pitcher Park Si-won in the starting rotation. The team had a game scheduled against Lotte in Busan on August 28 that was canceled, but Yeom affirmed his commitment to the young pitcher before the cancellation.

Park Si-won is a key prospect for the LG Twins, known for his high-velocity pitches. Manager Yeom began utilizing him as a starter in August with an eye toward developing him for the following season. This long-term vision appears to be guiding the manager's current strategy, even as Park Si-won navigates the challenges of starting games at the professional level.

Yeom emphasized that Park Si-won is aware of his role and the team's expectations. The manager's confidence in the young pitcher suggests a belief in his potential to overcome current hurdles and contribute significantly in the future. This approach prioritizes player development over immediate results, a strategy that could pay dividends for the LG Twins in the long run.

Park Si-won also knows.

โ€” Yeom Gyeong-yeopLG Twins manager Yeom Gyeong-yeop stating that pitcher Park Si-won is aware of his situation and the team's plans.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.