The Lotte Giants have unveiled their starting lineup ahead of the exhibition match against SSG.
Lotte will play a 2023 KBO demonstration game against 안전놀이터 SSG Landers at Sajik Stadium in Busan on the 16th. In the game the previous day (15th), they lost 2-4.
The starting pitcher that day was Na Kyun-an. The batting order is Hwang Sung-bin (left fielder) – Ahn Chi-hong (2nd baseman) – Ko Seung-min (1st baseman) – Jack Rex (designated hitter) – Roh Jin-hyeok (shortstop) – Yoon Dong-hee (right fielder) – Kim Min-soo (3rd baseman) – Ji Si-wan (catcher) – Ahn It was organized in order of number of rounds (middle field).
It is necessary to pay attention to Ahn Kwon-soo, the 9th hitter that day. The previous day, coach Larry Sutton said, “He is a player with energy. He is a player with a high training attitude, enthusiasm and focus. He is a useful player for the team. He’s not just good, he’s great. I set standards every day, and Ahn Kwon-soo is a big help.”
Before the game, Sutton said, “I agree” with the importance of the ninth batting order. Then he can act as a table setter in front of the 2nd hitter, the 3rd hitter, and the 4th hitter.”
Ahn Kwon-su is evaluated as a player with good outfield defense and good contact skills. This season, he alternates between rookie Kim Min-seok and center fielder.