June 5 LG vs Kiwoom KBO Live Broadcast, Sports Analysis
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Due to the collapse of the pitching staff, LG's winning streak has come to an end, and they will be trying to rebound with Choi Won-tae (6 wins, 3 losses, 3.82 ERA) on the mound. Choi Won-tae suffered a loss on the 30th against SSG, allowing 4 runs in 6 innings, which is disappointing considering that his advantage against SSG has now been broken. This will be his first matchup against Kiwoom this year, but given that it's a home game, one can expect a quality start. In the previous day's game, LG’s lineup only managed 3 runs against Kiwoom’s pitchers, including a solo home run from Park Dong-won, and appeared to lose focus as the outcome was decided early on. They will need to show a better performance in this game. The bullpen, which allowed 4 runs over 5 innings, also seems to have difficulty filtering through the challengers.
Kiwoom, which managed to escape a losing streak with a powerful offensive performance, will be attempting to continue their winning run with Ha Young-min (3 wins, 3 losses, 5.74 ERA). Ha Young-min, who struggled in the home game against NC on the 21st with 4 runs allowed over 3.2 innings, is currently taking a break from the rotation. He did achieve a win without allowing any runs against LG at home on March 30, but expectations for his performance in May are still questionable. In the previous day's game against LG, Kiwoom's lineup scored 11 runs, but it's concerning that they achieved this with 21 hits and 8 walks, as 2 of those hits were doubles by Dauson, indicating a significant weakness for future games. The bullpen, which allowed 2 runs over 3 innings, appears to confirm doubts about their ability to support the team.
The difference in the starting pitchers clearly decided the outcome of the previous game. This match is also expected to be influenced by the difference in the starters. Despite anything else, Choi Won-tae at home is a pitcher who brings hope, whereas Ha Young-min, who has shown extreme vulnerability against left-handed batters, will struggle to contain LG's lineup. LG, being the superior team, is closer to victory.
Predicted score: 8-5, LG victory.
Win-loss: LG wins.
Handicap: LG wins.
Over/Under: Over.