SSG Landers halt four-game skid with 7-3 win over Lotte Giants
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- SSG Landers ended a four-game losing streak by defeating the Lotte Giants 7-3 in Busan.
- Starting pitcher Ivan Nova earned his second win of the season, allowing three runs over six innings.
- Outfielder Guillermo Polanco led the offense with three hits, including a home run, powering the SSG lineup.
The SSG Landers have broken their four-game losing streak, securing a crucial 7-3 victory against the Lotte Giants in Busan. The win came thanks to a strong performance from their starting pitcher and a potent offensive display.
Ivan Nova, the SSG starter, pitched six innings and conceded three runs, earning his second win of the season. He effectively managed the Giants' offense, providing his team with a solid foundation to build upon.
Offensively, Guillermo Polanco was the standout player for SSG. He went 3-for-5 at the plate, contributing a home run and two other hits that fueled the Landers' scoring efforts. His performance was instrumental in SSG building a significant lead.
On the Lotte side, starting pitcher Park Se-woong struggled, giving up seven hits and five runs in just four innings. Slugger Jeon Jun-woo remained hitless in four at-bats, failing to spark the Giants' offense. The loss puts Lotte in a difficult position as they look to climb the standings.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.