Samsung Lions call up hot-hitting Yang Woo-hyun, remove pitcher Kim Moo-shin
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Samsung Lions have promoted infielder Yang Woo-hyun to the first team.
- Yang Woo-hyun has been performing exceptionally well in the Futures League, hitting .733 in his last 15 at-bats.
- Pitcher Kim Moo-shin has been removed from the first-team roster.
The Samsung Lions have made a roster change, calling up infielder Yang Woo-hyun to the first team ahead of their home game against the Doosan Bears on May 31. This move comes as Yang Woo-hyun has been showcasing impressive offensive form in the Futures League.
Yang Woo-hyun's recent performance in the minor league has been stellar. In his last 15 at-bats in the Futures League, he recorded 11 hits for an outstanding batting average of .733, along with 6 RBIs and 7 runs scored. He also added 2 stolen bases, demonstrating his all-around offensive capabilities. This call-up reflects his hot streak and the team's desire to bolster its lineup.
In contrast to Yang Woo-hyun's promotion, pitcher Kim Moo-shin has been removed from the first-team roster. Kim Moo-shin had a difficult start to the season, posting an ERA of 10.80 in 26 games. The team hopes that Yang Woo-hyun's addition will provide a much-needed offensive spark as they continue their season.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.