Twins pitcher earns KBO-leading 15th win, memory to last lifetime at historic stadium

Im Chan-kyu, the starting pitcher for the LG Twins, achieved a memorable moment while playing for his hometown team. The 33-year-old Seoul native made history by recording his 15th win of the season, surpassing his competition and earning the title of KBO-leading pitcher. The game, held at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul, marked the final regular-season contest for the stadium, which is set to be demolished after the season and replaced by a new domed structure.

During the match, Im attempted to reflect on the significance of the event, acknowledging that it was their last regular-season game at the historic venue. Despite yielding five runs on six hits in five innings, Im secured the victory for his team in a 7-5 win against the Doosan Bears. The pitcher expressed his gratitude and honor at being able to conclude his regular-season game at Jamsil, emphasizing that the moment would remain etched in his memory for the rest of his life.

Im has been utilizing the same locker stall since his debut in 2011, jokingly mentioning that he possesses more belongings in the clubhouse than in his own home. The Twins honored the occasion with a postgame ceremony, displaying photographs of Im from his rookie season on the scoreboard. The pitcher marveled at the longevity of the photos, expressing his appreciation for the fans who had been with him throughout his career and anticipation of seeing them at the new ballpark.

Despite facing a challenging inning early in the game, Im managed to settle down and deliver two scoreless innings before turning the game over to the bullpen. Four relievers combined to hold the Bears to a single run in the final four frames, ensuring a win for Im and his team. With this victory, the Twins secured a fourth-place seed and a spot in the wild card round, providing them with a chance to advance to the first round of the playoffs.