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Two consecutive wins for Lotte: Mid-table push begins! Manager Kim Tae-hyung pleased with Han Tae-yeop's performance [Bu
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Two consecutive wins for Lotte: Mid-table push begins! Manager Kim Tae-hyung pleased with Han Tae-yeop's performance [Busan Field]

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

At a glance

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  • The Lotte Giants secured their second consecutive victory, defeating SSG Landers 6-2.
  • This win moves the Giants closer to the middle ranks of the league standings.
  • Starting pitcher Wie-seung-seung delivered a strong performance, allowing only one run over six innings.

The Lotte Giants are building momentum, securing their second straight win by defeating the SSG Landers 6-2. This recent success has ignited hopes for the team's climb into the middle ranks of the league standings, signaling a potential turnaround after a previous losing streak.

The victory, achieved at the Sajik Baseball Stadium in Busan, saw the Giants maintain their 8th position but significantly narrow the gap to the 6th-place teams. The team's performance was anchored by a solid outing from starting pitcher Wie-seung-seung, who pitched six strong innings, conceding only a single run. The bullpen, featuring relievers Lee Yi-moo, Choi Jun-yong, and Kim Won-jung, effectively protected the lead through the final innings.

Manager Kim Tae-hyung expressed satisfaction with the team's performance, particularly highlighting the contributions of lead-off hitter Han Tae-yeop. "Han Tae-yeop showed good performance on both offense and defense," Kim stated, underscoring the player's valuable role in the team's success. The Giants' consecutive wins suggest a positive shift in their season trajectory.

Han Tae-yeop showed good performance on both offense and defense.

โ€” Kim Tae-hyungManager Kim Tae-hyung's praise for player Han Tae-yeop after the Giants' victory.
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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.