SSG Extends Winning Streak to Four with Home Run Power over Lotte
Incheon – SSG Landers secured their fourth consecutive victory against the Lotte Giants on Friday, fueled by a dominant display of home run hitting. The Landers’ offense showcased power from multiple players, ultimately overpowering Lotte despite a late attempt to close the gap.
The game highlighted the continued success of SSG’s lineup and underscored Lotte’s ongoing struggles with offensive consistency. This win solidifies SSG’s position in the league standings as they push towards the postseason, while Lotte faces increasing pressure to improve their performance and contend for a playoff spot. The outcome demonstrates the critical impact of power hitting in professional baseball and the importance of a strong bullpen to close out games.
Ko Myung-jun launched his 13th and 14th home runs of the season, including his first solo arch of the year. SSG’s Choi Jung-eun added his 19th home run, bringing him within one of reaching a milestone of 10 consecutive seasons with at least 20 home runs – a feat unprecedented in Korean professional baseball.
Lotte responded with two home runs of their own, from Yoon Dong-hee (his seventh of the season) and Park Chan-hyung (his third), narrowing the score to 5-7. However, their rally was ultimately stifled by SSG’s strong bullpen.
SSG closer Cho Byung-hyun secured his 28th save of the season (5 wins, 3 losses), further cementing his role as a key component of the Landers’ success.
(Source: Yonhap News Agency, September 5, 2025)
