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Why is Choi Ji-hoon Out? SSG Landers Seek to End 13-Game Losing Streak with New Lineup [Incheon Field Report]
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Why is Choi Ji-hoon Out? SSG Landers Seek to End 13-Game Losing Streak with New Lineup [Incheon Field Report]

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • SSG Landers aims to break a 13-game losing streak against the Kiwoom Heroes.
  • Key player Choi Ji-hoon, who hit a home run the previous day, is notably absent from the starting lineup.
  • Kim Seong-wook will start in center field instead of Choi Ji-hoon for the upcoming game.

The SSG Landers are looking to end their prolonged slump when they face the Kiwoom Heroes in a home game at the SSG Landers Field in Incheon. The team is currently on a 13-game losing streak and desperately needs a win to turn their season around.

A significant point of discussion ahead of the game is the absence of outfielder Choi Ji-hoon from the starting lineup. Choi Ji-hoon had been a notable performer in the previous game, even hitting a home run. His exclusion has raised questions among fans and media.

Manager Lee Sung-yong has opted to start Kim Seong-wook in center field in place of Choi Ji-hoon. The rest of the batting order includes Park Seong-han, Oh Tae-gon, Choi Jeong, Edwin Eredia, Kim Jae-hwan, Kim Seong-wook, Jeon Eui-san, Jo Hyeong-woo, and Jeong Jun-jae.

SSG Landers will be hoping this lineup change and a renewed focus can help them overcome their losing streak and secure a much-needed victory against the Kiwoom Heroes.

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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.

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