Samsung → Kiwoom Cardines, Kiwoom → Samsung Furado's timely hit from the first at-bat
Mar 22, 2025
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Cardinez started in the fourth right field in the opening game against Samsung at Lions Park in Daegu on the 22nd. In the top of the first inning, he met Samsung starter Furado with one out and runners on the first and second bases.
The home fans who filled Lions Park had dignity. Contrary to concern, no boos were sent to Kadinez.
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Even after meeting Cardinez, the power went in. Both the first and second pitches were high. He continued to draw fouls with two fastballs. Even though he hit it for the first time, he had the ball to the point where the bat was pushed.
However, the 133-kilometer slider thrown from the full count was concentrated in the center with the curve inlet. Cardinez, who was concentrating, pulled it as it was and hit a timely hit to the left. It was a first timely hit to give the lead to Kiwoom, the new team 1-0.
Furado and Cardinez, who switched uniforms and played in the opening game. The winner of the first match, which drew attention, was Cardinez.
When asked about his feelings about the opening game, Cardinez said, "(How do you feel about returning to KBO) It's just the opening game, and I feel like every stadium is similar. Still, it's always exciting that a new season will start."
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
