Suwon, South Korea - The LG Twins delivered a commanding performance in Game 4 of the Korean Series on Saturday, defeating the KT Wiz 15-4 and moving one step closer to their first Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) championship in nearly three decades. The Twins' starter Kim Yun-sik played a crucial role, limiting the Wiz to just one run over 5 2/3 innings. Key contributions also came from Kim Hyun-soo, Moon Bo-gyeong, and Oh Ji-hwan, who each hit home runs to bolster the Twins' offense at KT Wiz Park in Suwon.
According to Yonhap News Agency, The Twins, who have now won three consecutive games after losing the series opener, have the chance to secure their first title since 1994 in Game 5 at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul. Historically, in the Korean Series dating back to 1982, teams that have taken a 3-1 lead have almost always clinched the title, with only the 2013 Doosan Bears failing to capitalize on such an advantage. Twins manager Youm Kyoung-youb praised his team's performance, especially highlighting Kim Yun-sik's exceptional pitching and Kim Hyun-soo's early two-run home run that set a positive tone for the game.
Kim Hyun-soo's contribution was significant not only for the game's outcome but also for his personal achievements, as he ascended to the top of the all-time postseason RBI leaderboard with 45 RBIs. The Twins' offensive firepower was on full display, with the team racking up 17 hits. Manager Youm emphasized the importance of maintaining focus and preparation for the upcoming Game 5, despite being on the brink of a long-awaited championship victory.
Wiz manager Lee Kang-chul remains optimistic, drawing parallels to a previous series where his team managed a comeback after initial setbacks. He emphasized the importance of taking each game as it comes, holding onto hope for a turnaround in the series.
Game 4 saw the Twins establish an early lead with Kim Hyun-soo's home run in the first inning and steadily build on their advantage, culminating in a seven-run explosion in the seventh inning. This inning included a record-breaking series of eight consecutive hits, setting a Korean Series record for the most hits in an inning. Oh Ji-hwan's three-run home run, his second in as many days, contributed significantly to the scoring outburst.
With the Twins poised to end their championship drought, players like Oh Ji-hwan and Moon Bo-gyeong have become central figures in their team's success. Oh's recent home runs have cemented his position as a key player in the series, while Moon Bo-gyeong's performance at the plate has been equally impressive.