I have to finish. He had no hit in 12 at-bats, but it was Kim Hyun-soo. He hit a 150km fastball with two RBIs. That's why I'm a veteran
Mar 28, 2025
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Directors believe in veterans because they demonstrate their ability to solve important moments through long experience. It was the final hit in the bottom of the eighth inning by LG Twins' Kim Hyun-soo (37), who showed at the Jamsil Hanwha match on the 27th. If Kim Hyun-soo had no hits in 12 at-bats after seeing the hit, who would have believed it.
Kim Hyun-soo hit a double that passed by the third base from starting pitcher Barnes in his first at-bat in the bottom of the first inning against Lotte in Jamsil on the 22nd, the opening game. It was the first double in the entire 2025 season. Austin's double soon after scored LG's first run.
However, there was no hit afterward. Kim Hyun-soo, who had no hits in three times at bat that day, had no hits in four times at bat on the 23rd. In the game against Hanwha on the 25th, he was excluded from the starting lineup and entered as a pinch hitter, but had no hit in one at-bats. He had two walks on the 26th, but had no hits in one at-bats and had no hits in three at-bats on the 27th.
No hits in 12 at-bats since his first at-bat hit. And he played against Hanwha's must-win group Han Seung-hyuk with two outs in the bottom of the eighth inning when it was 0-0.
In 1B1S, a fast fastball of 150km came low on the third pitch, but he scooped it up and the hit became a hit beyond the second baseman's height. Two runners homered, making it a valuable hit to give LG its opening five consecutive wins. I could see how much he wanted to hit from the way he celebrated with his arms raised and a big smile on the first base.
Kim Hyun-soo's hit became the winning hit. In the ninth inning, Kim Kang-ryul gave up one run, but it was a 2-1 victory.
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But a frustrating situation ensued. Fortunately, the team won four consecutive games, but Kim Hyun-soo is under stress.
Still, he showed a veteran who hit important hits at the most necessary moment in the team.
After the game, Kim Hyun-soo said "Today's game (Song) was too good. It's a pity that I threw well but didn't become a winning pitcher. Still, I'm glad it helped the team continue its winning streak."
When asked about the hit situation, he expected Han Seung-hyuk to play fast because the ball was fast and he gave a walk to (Oh) Ji-hwan, the front hitter"I tried to match the timing well, and I entered the batter's box thinking I had to finish it, but luckily a good hit came out."," he said with a smile.
All three consecutive games during the week were sold out, thanking passionate baseball fans for selling out for the first five consecutive games in KBO League history. Kim Hyun-soo said "Even though the three consecutive games were on weekdays, many fans came and cheered for us. I'm also preparing hard and working hard to win, so I hope you continue to come and support me."
Jamsil = Reporter Kwon In-ha indyk@sportschosun.com
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
