{
  "id": 14580364,
  "title": "Twins dealt another injury blow as they advance in KBO postseason",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/twins-dealt-another-injury-blow-as-they-advance-in-kbo-postseason",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-15T00:59:24.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yonhap News",
    "slug": "yonhap-news",
    "url": "https://en.yna.co.kr/view/AEN20261015003100315"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The LG Twins secured their first postseason victory of the year on Wednesday, but at a significant cost. Speedster Shin Min-jae tore his left hamstring while executing a crucial squeeze play, potentially ruling him out for the remainder of the Twins' postseason run. The Twins triumphed over the Doosan Bears 4-1 at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul, with Shin driving in a decisive run in the eighth inning. Despite the injury, the Twins clinched the wild card spot in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) postseason. Manager Youm Kyoung-youb expressed concern about Shin's status, stating, \"It doesn't look good. He will have some tests tomorrow, but it looks as though he will not be available (in the next series).\" The injury marks another blow to the team, as they are already without closer Son Ju-young, setup man Kim Jin-sung, swingman Song Seung-ki, and veteran shortstop Oh Ji-hwan, who has been sidelined since October 5 due to a knee injury. With Oh unable to play, utility man Gu Bon-hyeok has taken over shortstop duties. If Oh can return in time for the next round against the Kia Tigers, the Twins could move Gu to second base, replacing Shin. However, if Oh remains out, the team may rely on long-time backup infielder Lee Young-bin for second-base duties. On the pitching side, Kim and Song are likely out for the year due to shoulder and knee injuries, respectively. Son Ju-young is dealing with a herniated neck disk but may return to the roster against the Tigers. Youm expressed hope that Son's return could alleviate the Twins' pitching struggles in the upcoming series.",
  "summary": "SEOUL, Oct. 15 (Yonhap) -- The first postseason victory of the year for the LG T...",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Twins dealt another injury blow as they advance in KBO postseason",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/15/twins-dealt-another-injury-blow-as-they-advance-in-kbo-postseason-14580489",
        "published": "2026-10-15T01:32:03.000Z"
      }
    ]
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}