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Samsung Lions' prospect Kim Baek-san to make second start
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Samsung Lions' prospect Kim Baek-san to make second start

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Samsung Lions' promising right-handed pitcher Kim Baek-san is set for his second starting appearance in the KBO League.
  • He is scheduled to pitch against the Kiwoom Heroes in Seoul on July 22nd.
  • The team aims for a winning series and a second consecutive road victory.

Samsung Lions' promising right-handed prospect Kim Baek-san is preparing for his second career start in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) League. The team has announced Kim as the starting pitcher for the second game of their three-game road series against the Kiwoom Heroes, scheduled for July 22nd at the Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul.

This outing is crucial for the Lions as they aim to secure a winning series against the Heroes and extend their road winning streak to two games. The previous game saw starter Choi Won-tae unable to complete five innings, highlighting the need for a strong performance from Kim.

Kim Baek-san, at 22 years old, represents a significant investment in the team's future. His development is closely watched, with hopes that he can become a cornerstone pitcher for the Lions. This second start provides another opportunity for him to demonstrate his potential and contribute to the team's success.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.