KS topic 'Targeting selection'Perfect performance! Flower director's big smile"The match led by the two Do-hyun"
Sep 24, 2024
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The topic he picked was targeting the opponent's selection early in the game. KIA is ranked first in both team batting average and ERA, but pennant races and postseason, especially the Korean Series, are inevitably in completely different colors. As the game can be decided in the scene at the moment, it is most important to get a clear victory in the beginning.
At the match against Samsung in Gwangju on the 24th, KIA showed a performance worthy of Lee's intention.
The pitcher that Samsung put forward on this day is Kim Dae-ho. The resource that head coach Chung Dae-hyun, who was the head coach of Futures (second division), paid attention to. Against Kim Dae-ho, KIA took a generous 4-0 lead from the beginning by scoring two runs in the first and second innings, respectively. Park Chan-ho's two-run shot in the bottom of the fourth inning gained momentum. Starter Kim Do-hyun contributed to the victory by pitching seven scoreless innings, the most innings in one game since his debut in the first division, with ample scoring support.
Coach Lee said after the game, "Two Do-hyun (Kim Do-hyun, Yoon Do-hyun) led today's game.", he commented. He said, `Starting pitcher Kim Do-hyun blocked seven perfect innings with aggressive pitching throughout the whole time. Both control and ball control were powerful. He praised his progress as he took the mound." Also in the batting, Yoon Do-hyun played well with multiple hits today following yesterday's game. Park Chan-ho, who is playing as the third hitter, also helped his team win with active offense.
"I'm satisfied that the players who are playing in the absence of the main competitions seem to be well aware of what they have to do on their own," coach Lee said. "The crowd continues to visit us, and I'll repay you with the best game."
ppark@sportschosun.com
