How did manager Hwang Jae-kyun and manager Lee Kang-chul of SS see "as welcome as multi-base" in two consecutive games? "Movement is good."
How did manager Hwang Jae-kyun and manager Lee Kang-chul of SS see "as welcome as multi-base" in two consecutive games? "Movement is good."
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Shortstop is not awkward. Multi-base hits are basic and splendid defense. This is the story of Hwang Jae-gyun of KT Wiz.안전놀이터
Hwang Jae-gyun started as the fifth batter and shortstop in a practice game against the Samsung Lions at Akama Ball Park in Onnason, Okinawa, Japan, on the 27th and scored one hit, one walk, and two points in two at-bats.
It is his second start as a shortstop. Hwang also played as the second batter and shortstop in a practice game against the Hanwha Eagles on last Wednesday. With four gloves, Hwang is preparing to play not only third base but also second base, shortstop and outfield.
He opened the door for KT from its first at-bat. Hwang Jae-gyun, who appeared as the leadoff hitter at the top of the second inning, drew a walk to Samsung starter Baek Jeong-hyun. Bae Jeong-dae's hit to the right field led to one out and runners on the first and third bases, and Oh Yoon-seok's hit to the right field led to Hwang's homer.
At his second at-bat in the top of the third inning, he tasted it with his hands. With his team leading 2-0 in the top of the third inning, he hit a breaking ball by Baek Jeong-hyun, who was on the first and second bases with no outs, and hit a falling hit in front of left field. Hwang Jae-gyun's hit produced the bases loaded with no outs. Afterwards, KT added two more runs, and Hwang also scored a run.
In his third at bat, he grounded out to second base. Hwang finished the game after replacing Kwon.
His offense was excellent, but his defense was even better. In the bottom of the second inning, Samsung's offense to the first base with no outs. Jeon hit the ball three times in a row. Hwang Jae-gyun made a diving catch and completed a double play that led to a 6-4-3 tie. Whenever a ground ball hit the shortstop, Hwang showed off his stable defense.
What did coach Lee Kang-chul think of Hwang's performance? "We need to see more of Hwang Jae-gyun, who started as shortstop for two consecutive games, but he is showing good movement. He has consistently displayed good performance."
"Basically, he is a good defensive player. He has a sense of stability. But I am not sure if he will be able to maintain his physical strength. First of all, he is playing shortstop as well as second base. When Heo Kyung-min is not playing, he can play third base unconditionally. The bottom line is the bat. I think a player who is good at hitting will play as a starting pitcher."
He received a passing score in shortstop defense. Hwang is expected to play in various positions in practice and exhibition games. He also played in left field in a practice game against the Melbourne Aces on Monday. Rumors say Hwang lost about 13 kilograms to play in various positions.