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SSG Landers reveal starting rotation: Avila, Kim Min-jun, Takeda, Hatch, Kim Geon-woo; manager praises Kim Min-jun
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SSG Landers reveal starting rotation: Avila, Kim Min-jun, Takeda, Hatch, Kim Geon-woo; manager praises Kim Min-jun

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • SSG Landers manager Lee Sung-yong revealed the team's starting rotation for the upcoming week.
  • The rotation includes pitchers Avila, Kim Min-jun, Takeda, Hatch, and Kim Geon-woo.
  • Manager Lee expressed confidence in Kim Min-jun's potential, calling him a pitcher with a bright future.

SSG Landers manager Lee Sung-yong has unveiled the team's starting pitching rotation for the first week following the league's resumption. The lineup features a mix of familiar and potentially rising talents, signaling the team's strategy as they navigate the remainder of the season.

The announced starters are Avila, Kim Min-jun, Takeda, Hatch, and Kim Geon-woo. This selection indicates the club's confidence in this group to anchor the rotation and provide consistent performances on the mound.

Avila, Kim Min-jun, Takeda, Hatch, and Kim Geon-woo

โ€” Lee Sung-yongRevealing the starting rotation for the upcoming week.

Manager Lee specifically highlighted the potential of Kim Min-jun, describing him as "a pitcher who will become great." This endorsement suggests that Kim Min-jun is a key prospect within the SSG organization, with expectations of significant future contributions.

The team's plans were shared ahead of their game against the Lotte Giants at the Incheon SSG Landers Field, where the manager provided further details on the pitching assignments. The upcoming schedule will be crucial for the Landers as they aim to solidify their position in the league standings.

Kim Min-jun, a pitcher who will become great

โ€” Lee Sung-yongDescribing the potential of pitcher Kim Min-jun.
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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.