San Francisco Giants outfielder Jeong Hoo Lee, captain of South Korea’s World Baseball Classic preparation team, delivered a standout performance batting cleanup in a scrimmage against the Oakland Athletics. He recorded multiple hits, including a crucial two-run homer, helping secure a 6-2 victory on February 24 Korean time at Scottsdale Stadium.
Lee’s Offensive Firepower
Lee went 3-for-3 with a double, a single, and a two-run homer. Trailing 0-2 in the third inning with one out and runners on first and second, he crushed a home run on a full-count fastball from Drew Gilbert, neutralizing a potential big inning for the Athletics.
In his second at-bat, Lee drew a hit-by-pitch off Elliott Ramos, advanced to third on an infield grounder by Chapman, and scored on a single by Drew Gilbert. He added a full-count single earlier and capped his day with a double before flying out to center in his third plate appearance of the sixth inning.
Defensive Contributions and Position Shift
Lee showcased sharp defense in the seventh inning, making several diving plays in right field. The Giants shifted him from center field to right field to bolster outfield coverage and allow him to focus on positions that suit his skills best, according to team adjustments.
Giants’ Key Hitters Shine
Leadoff hitter Luis Arraez went 2-for-3 with two RBIs, while Victor Beriot contributed two hits, two RBIs, and one homer to lead the Giants’ attack.
Bae Ji-hwan’s Mets Update
Meanwhile, New York Mets infielder Bae Ji-hwan started in center field batting ninth against the Toronto Blue Jays but struck out in both at-bats.
