The SSG Landers defeated the Doosan Bears following a strong performance by rookie pitcher Kim Min-jun and a home run from Kim Do-yeong.
This victory allows SSG to avenge a loss suffered against Doosan the previous day. The win highlights the emerging impact of the team's rookie talent and the consistent power hitting of Kim Do-yeong in the current season.
Kim Min-jun delivered a quality start, pitching six innings [3] and allowing only two runs [5]. He threw 90 pitches [4] to secure the result, marking his second consecutive quality start [6]. The rookie's efficiency on the mound provided the necessary stability for the Landers to control the game from the start.
"I threw everything I had because I was determined to win today, and it worked out well so we could win," Kim said.
Offensively, the game was highlighted by Kim Do-yeong, who hit his 31st home run of the season [1]. This milestone puts him ahead of opponent Austin, who had reached 30 home runs at that point [2]. The power surge from Kim Do-yeong provided the critical offensive support needed to secure the victory.
Following the game, the SSG Landers have reached a season win total of four [7]. The team utilized its home stadium to regain momentum after the previous day's setback, a result of combined strength from the mound and the batter's box.
“"I threw everything I had because I was determined to win today,"”
The performance of rookie Kim Min-jun suggests a growing depth in the SSG Landers' pitching rotation, while Kim Do-yeong's 31st home run establishes him as a premier power hitter in the league. By overcoming a previous loss to Doosan, SSG demonstrates resilience and the ability to adjust quickly between games in a competitive series.
