First save following his first win... Doosan rookie Hong Min-gyu is involved in two of his team's 11 wins

First save following his first win... Doosan rookie Hong Min-gyu is involved in two of his team's 11 wins

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For professional baseball Doosan Bears rookie pitcher Hong Min-gyu (18) on the 24th, the Gocheok Kiwoom Heroes match became another unforgettable milestone.

Hong Min-gyu took the mound as the second pitcher in the seventh inning, with his team leading 9-0, and saved three innings with five hits, two strikeouts, and three runs (one earned run) to make his first professional debut. He, who won his first victory against the Lotte Giants in Busan on the 6th, was directly involved in two of the team's 11 wins this season, even earning a save.안전놀이터

Hong Min-gyu, who pitched stably in the seventh and eighth innings without losing a point, allowed three runs in the ninth inning by giving up a series of defensive errors and missed hits, but he was more unwavering and bravely responsible for the last inning.

Hong Min-gyu, who graduated from Yatapo and was designated as the 26th overall pick in the third round in the 2024 Rookie Draft, immediately emerged as a powerful pitcher with a strong pitch right after joining the team.

After the game, Hong said, "I wanted to take care of the game somehow. It's a shame that I couldn't score a clean scoreless game, but I'm glad that I made my first save since debut. I'll show you how I grow by pitching hard as I do now."

He added, "I always thank the coach who I trust and use, the pitching coach, and the fans who support me."

Doosan manager Lee Seung-yeop also encouraged the rookie pitcher, saying, "Hong Min-gyu showed a strong pitching. Congratulations on your first save since your debut."