Lotte Giants coach Shin Dong-bin showcased his knack for tight battles against the LG Twins, securing a narrow 1-2 loss in their Jamsil rivalry clash dubbed ‘Elrotrasico.’ Despite the defeat, Lotte’s fans packed the stands, with 23,750 tickets selling out around 5:50 p.m. before the first pitch.
Tense Jamsil Showdown
The game stayed competitive through nine innings, highlighting Shin Dong-bin’s strategic edge. Lotte mounted a comeback in the seventh with a key pinch-hit tying RBI single from No Ji-hyun-hyuk, evening the score at 1-1. However, LG responded in the bottom of the eighth, delivering a game-winning home run off reliever Park Jun-hyuk to claim victory.
Lotte starter Park Joon-hyuk pitched five innings, allowing two runs on limited damage. Fans erupted in support, reflecting unwavering passion that fuels the team’s drive.
Dominating the Rivalry
Shin Dong-bin, who took over Lotte, transformed their Jamsil fortunes against LG. A Lotte official noted, “Shin Dong-bin’s lineup changes revolutionized our approach in Jamsil games. Fans’ consistent support motivates players to perform at their peak, even in tough spots.”
Over eight head-to-head matchups, Lotte boasts five wins and three losses under Shin—a 62.5% success rate. This includes triumphs over LG’s ace pitchers and standout home performances.
Shin Dong-bin’s Record vs. LG Twins
- April 27, 2021 (Jamsil): 0-4 Loss
- July 13, 2022 (Sajik): 2-0 Win
- October 8, 2022 (Sajik): 3-2 Win
- June 13, 2023 (Sajik): 7-5 Win
- May 17, 2024 (Jamsil): 5-1 Win
- August 28, 2024 (Sajik): 0-7 Loss
- April 25, 2025 (Jamsil): 8-2 Win
- April 14, 2026 (Jamsil): 1-2 Loss
Since April 25, 2025—following a Jamsil matchup against Doosan Bears—Lotte has played LG 354 days later in this latest encounter, continuing Shin’s upward trend after 1,284 days of rivalry refinement.
