Lotte Giants crush SSG Landers 11-0 with five home runs, end losing streak

The Lotte Giants decisively ended their two-game losing streak with an 11-0 victory over the SSG Landers on Thursday. The Giants' offense exploded for a season-high five home runs and achieved hits from every member of their starting lineup, a feat accomplished for the fourth time this season.

Ko Seung-min was a standout performer, hitting consecutive home runs in the fourth and fifth innings. He was joined in the home run parade by Han Tae-yang, Son Seong-bin, and Han Dong-hee. The offensive onslaught provided ample support for starting pitcher Adrian Rodriguez, who delivered a stellar performance.

Rodriguez pitched six scoreless innings, allowing five hits and one walk while striking out five batters. He secured his seventh win of the season against eight losses. In contrast, SSG's starting pitcher, Shota Takeda, struggled, giving up 10 hits, including four home runs, and nine runs in five innings, to absorb his ninth loss.

The Giants established their dominance early, scoring three runs in the third inning. They extended their lead significantly in the fourth and fifth innings with their barrage of home runs, effectively sealing the game. The team's bullpen maintained the shutout, with Park Jung-min, Lee Min-seok, and Park Se-jin each pitching an inning.