When Austin, who entered the dugout after hitting a home run, hit his palm with unexpected power, Yeom Kyung-yeop, who was smiling, stepped back in surprise 스포츠토토.
Surprisingly, Yeom smiled happily at Austin’s team’s first 30 home runs-100 RBIs record, which made him forget his palm pain quickly.
The game between the Kiwoom Heroes and the LG Twins took place at Gocheok Sky Dome in Seoul on Monday. Austin, who started as the third designated hitter, led his team to victory with a one-man show.
He had a hit in the first inning, a finishing hit in the second inning, a two-run shot in the third inning, a solo shot in the eighth inning, four hits in five at-bats, four RBIs and three runs scored on the day. No pitcher could block Austin, who displayed explosive batting performance.
From his first at-bat, Austin swung his bat fiercely. Austin, who hit a timely hit by pushing a fastball by Kiwoom starter Kim Yoon-ha with one out and runners on the third base in the first inning, was so relaxed that he made a big smile while playing a joke on the opponent team’s first baseman Song Sung-moon. Song also responded with a smile to Austin’s good joke.
Austin, who was particularly weak with a batting average of 0.1885 RBIs in 12 games against Kiwoom before the game, turned the bat coolly as if he was driving a hit that he had not been able to hit before.
Austin, who also had left-handed hits in the second inning, had multiple hits in two at-bats. Austin, who swung Kiwoom starter Kim Yoon-ha’s curveball with one out in the fourth inning and crossed the left fence, celebrated his 29th homerun of the season and turned around the base vigorously. When Austin, who hit a two-run shot in the fourth inning following a timely hit in the first inning, entered the dugout, Yeom Kyung-yeop welcomed the homerun batter with a big smile.
There was no pitcher to stop Austin from exploding
Austin, who had a hit against the changed pitcher Cho Young-gun in the sixth inning, was disappointed when the ball was caught by right fielder Lee Hyung-jong’s defense.
LG Twins became the first team to have 30 home runs to 100 RBIs and one homerun left. A sketchbook held by a fan was caught on the camera among LG fans who filled the away seats. “Just two more” was written in the sketchbook hoping to achieve Austin’s milestone. Austin, who had only one home run left until his 30th of this season with a two-run shot in the fourth inning, achieved the milestone by hitting another home run at bat in the eighth inning, perhaps reading the fan’s mind.
The moment he hit a slider from Kiwoom Lee Myung-jong in the eighth inning with two outs to cross the left fence, LG Austin pumped his fist into the sky. Austin hit two homeruns, becoming the first player with 30 homers and 100 RBIs for the team. Austin, who engraved his name in the history of the LG Twins, roared around the base.
When Austin’s well-hit ball crossed the fence, teammates in the dugout rushed out and cheered. Austin, who was running around the base vigorously, celebrated the milestone by waving to the away stands on the third base. As soon as Austin stepped on the home base, he drew a heart to the LG Twins fans who shouted his name and expressed his gratitude.
As soon as Austin achieved his first club record, he shared his joy with Yeom Kyung-yeop. Austin, who rejoiced and exchanged high-fives with Yeom even after hitting a two-run shot in the fourth inning, failed to control his power as he successfully achieved the milestone by hitting a solo shot in the eighth inning.
Austin hit Yeom Kyung-yeop’s palm with all his might as he entered the dugout. Surprised, Yeom reported pain and was surprised for a moment, but quickly returned to his seat and looked at Austin with satisfaction.
As his colleagues performed an indifferent ceremony to achieve the milestone, Austin ran to coach Mo Chang-min and shared a hot hug and looked happy.
LG, which won 7-0 with Austin’s one-man show, avenged its defeat the previous day.