Lions manager to lean on breakout pitcher as new closer in KBO postseason
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The Samsung Lions manager announced plans to rely on a breakout relief pitcher as the team's new closer for the KBO postseason, following an injury to the regular top closer. The announcement was made in Daegu ahead of the postseason games.
The pitcher taking on the new role enters the postseason eager for a shot at revenge, coming two years after the Samsung Lions previously lost to the Kia Tigers.
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Yonhap English (Seoul, South Korea) (KR)Focuses on the reliever's personal motivation and desire for postseason revenge
Yonhap English (Seoul, South Korea) (KR)Emphasizes the manager's tactical decision to use a breakout pitcher due to injury