Lions starter Paddack says unlikely to pitch on short rest during postseason

According to The Korea Times, Samsung Lions starter Chris Paddack has expressed doubt about pitching on short rest during the ongoing KBO postseason series against the Kia Tigers. The two teams are tied at 1-1 after two games at Daegu Samsung Lions Park in Daegu, with the remaining games scheduled for Gwangju-Kia Champions Field in Gwangju on Thursday and Friday.

Paddack's performance in Game 1 was poor, as he allowed five runs on five hits, including two home runs, in 4 2/3 innings, resulting in a 5-1 loss for the Lions. With the Lions short on starting pitching options, as their regular starter Won Tae-in is now pitching out of the bullpen due to the absence of injured closer Kim Jae-yoon, Paddack may be asked to take the mound in Game 4 on three days' rest.

However, Paddack himself is uncertain about the possibility, stating that it depends on today's game and that the team is focused on the playoffs.

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