Twins manager says team due for win over rival in postseason

Manager Youm Kyoung-youb of the LG Twins expressed confidence in his team's ability to turn the tables against their fierce rival, the Kia Tigers, in the upcoming post-season series. The Tigers currently hold a three-game lead over the Twins, who have won four out of the last seven meetings in the regular season. The Twins are scheduled to face the Tigers in the first round of the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) post-season, starting on Saturday at Gwangju-Kia Champions Field in Gwangju.

The Tigers secured a berth in this round by finishing third, earning a bye, while the Twins, who placed fourth, must first beat the Doosan Bears to advance. The Twins' loss to the Tigers on the final day of the regular season in Gwangju marked a turning point for the team. Youm reflected on the team's struggles in recent games and emphasized that this newfound determination will serve them well in the postseason.

He also highlighted the need for the Twins to prevent Kia's star hitter Kim Do-yeong from scoring, noting that Kim led the regular season with 45 home runs and was among the league leaders in other offensive categories. The Twins' roster has been affected by injuries, but manager Youm reported that shortstop Oh Ji-hwan, who had been out since October 5 due to a left knee injury, is back to full strength and ready to contribute.

Additionally, closer Son Ju-young, who had missed the wild card game due to a herniated neck disk, is being tested in a middle relief role before potentially returning to his closer position.