Doosan Bears secured a convincing 6-2 victory over the Lotte Giants at Busan Sajik Baseball Stadium, extending their winning streak to three games while handing Lotte a fourth consecutive loss.
Ben Jammin’s Impressive Pitching Display
Doosan’s ace starter Ben Jammin delivered a standout performance, overwhelming Lotte’s lineup with precise command and electric stuff to claim the win. Planned for around 75 pitches, he efficiently navigated deep into the game, striking out key batters and inducing weak contact.
In the first inning, Jammin struck out two after a leadoff single, escaping unscathed. The second featured a double-play ball and a sacrifice fly, though he allowed runners. He stranded threats in the third with a pickoff and double play. Lotte’s leadoff hitter in the fourth tested him, but Jammin struck out two more for another scoreless frame.
Jammin threw 82 pitches total, reaching speeds up to 150 km/h, showcasing his transformation into a reliable workhorse. By the fourth inning, he had used only 67 pitches, allowing Doosan to maintain control.
Doosan’s Timely Offense Seals the Deal
Doosan jumped ahead early with crucial hits. Park Chan-ho’s RBI double in the third provided breathing room. They added two more in the second via a two-run homer setup, though bases-loaded chances yielded singles.
Yang Seok-hwan and Park Ji-hoon connected for consecutive RBI singles in the sixth, pushing the lead to 6-2 after a two-out rally. In the eighth, Kim Won-jung drew a bases-loaded walk off Lotte reliever Park Jun-seon, extending the margin further.
Doosan capitalized on Lotte errors and timely hitting, with Park Chan-ho’s powerful home run potential turning into runs that propelled the team.
Lotte Giants’ Pitching Woes Continue
Lotte’s starter struggled from the outset, unable to contain Doosan’s bats and falling into early deficits. Relievers like Kim Tae-gyun faced pressure, with grand slam threats in the eighth averted only by strong defense. Despite opportunities, including a seventh-inning two-run homer, Lotte couldn’t mount a comeback, dropping their fourth straight.
Doosan’s bullpen, led by efficient arms, closed out the game, ensuring the sweep in the series opener.
