June 07 Kiwoom vs Samsung KBO Live Broadcast, Sports Analysis
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The Kiwoom, whose pitching has led to consecutive losses, will attempt to halt their losing streak with the card of Cho Young-geon (0-1, 5.40 ERA). Cho's first start of the season on the 1st against SSG at home ended in a disappointing loss, conceding seven runs in 4.2 innings, clearly demonstrating his limitations as a starter. Despite this being a home game, it seems unlikely that he will rebound. Kiwoom's batting lineup scored four runs against Son Joo-young and Choi Dong-hwan in the previous game but showed significant weakness against left-handed pitchers. They might have to be satisfied with scoring four runs without Dawson and Kim Hye-sung. Fans should consider the bullpen’s five innings with four runs allowed as a learning experience rather than performance to maintain their peace of mind.
Samsung, whose batting has caused their losing streak, will counter with Won Tae-in (6-3, 3.00 ERA) to halt their losses. Despite winning with a performance of four runs allowed in six innings against Hanwha on the 1st in a home game, Tae-in’s recent four games haven’t been impressive. Though he claimed victory over Kiwoom on April 26th with a seven-inning, two-hit shutout, it is best to lower expectations for him now. Samsung, which suffered a complete shutout with only three hits against SSG’s pitchers in the previous game, faces a challenge to overcome their drastic drop in pace while on the road. The failure to tackle Oh Won-seok and Lee Ro-on is likely quite painful. The bullpen, enduring 5.2 innings with one run allowed, has at least performed satisfactorily with the pursuing pitchers doing their part.
In the previous game, Kiwoom’s pitching collapsed while Samsung’s batting struggled. The key lies in whose weakness will break first. While Won Tae-in, who struggles in the heat, performs well in the consistent climate of the Gocheok Dome, Cho Young-geon’s potential as a starter seems doubtful. Samsung, with an edge in starting pitching, is closer to victory.
Predicted Score: Samsung 6, Kiwoom 3
Outcome: Samsung Win
Handicap: Samsung Win
Over/Under: Over