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Moon Jung-bin’s Bat Propels LG to End Jamsil Losing Streak
Moon Jung-bin’s Bat Propels LG to End Jamsil Losing Streak
The LG Twins snapped a six-game losing streak at Jamsil Baseball Stadium on August 28th, defeating the Kiwoom Heroes 5-3, largely thanks to a powerful performance from Moon Jung-bin. The young slugger delivered a crucial tenth home run and a game-winning hit.
Moon’s formidable swing produced a drive with a speed of 170 km/h, a hit so pure he reportedly felt no sensation in his hands, a common sentiment among batters who connect perfectly for a home run. His contributions were central to the Twins’ victory, allowing the team to celebrate an important home win.
Starting pitcher Anders Tolhurst secured his ninth win of the season against eight losses, delivering a vital performance for the Twins. He pitched seven innings, giving up three runs on six hits, achieving his second quality start plus of the season. Tolhurst, who had been struggling with an ERA of 5.63 since June 1st, found his rhythm, throwing seven strikeouts without issuing a single walk, and hitting a top fastball speed of 152 km/h. His strike percentage for the game was an impressive 82%.
Tolhurst expressed his satisfaction with the team’s collective effort, stating he approached the game with a “nothing to lose” mindset, which helped alleviate pressure. This win was particularly significant for the Twins, as it followed a period of struggle where they had lost nine of their previous ten games, dropping them to third place, and even saw a foreign pitcher depart the team. The victory marks a positive start to their midweek series and a much-needed morale boost.
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