Lee Jung-hoo Records Second Four-Hit Game in a Month, Boosts Giants to Fifth Straight Win
ST. LOUIS – Lee Jung-hoo continued his remarkable form, delivering four hits – including two batted over 160 km/h – as the San Francisco Giants defeated the St. Louis cardinals 8-2 on Friday, extending their winning streak to five games. This marks Lee’s second four-hit performance in just over a month, following a similar outing against the New York Mets on August 4th.
The 25-year-old outfielder’s performance is a meaningful boost for the Giants as they navigate a competitive National League playoff race. With the win,San francisco narrowed the gap to six games behind the league-leading Los Angeles Dodgers and solidified their position in the Wild Card standings. Lee Jung-hoo is now batting .267 on the season and ranks second in the National league in hits.
Lee showcased his speed and hitting prowess throughout the game. He recorded a 102.2 mph (164.5 km/h) hit in the fifth inning and followed it up with a 102.9 mph (165.6 km/h) RBI single in the seventh. His final hit, an infield single in the eighth, was secured after a fielding error by the St. Louis shortstop.
The Giants’ victory over the cardinals sets the stage for a crucial upcoming series against the mets, a potential Wild Card opponent, as the team aims to secure a postseason berth.
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