LG Twins Rally Past SSG Landers In Dramatic Comeback

On a night when the tension in Incheon’s SSG Landers Field could be cut with a knife, the LG Twins delivered a dramatic 5-3 comeback win over the SSG Landers on August 15, 2025, keeping their grip on the top spot in the standings. In front of a sea of passionate fans, the Twins proved once again why they’re the team to watch this season, overcoming an early deficit and riding the heroics of Park Dong-won and a resilient bullpen to victory.

The game began with SSG Landers seizing the initiative. In the bottom of the third inning, Park Sung-han and Jeong Joon-jae sparked a rally with consecutive singles. Guillermo Heredia then lined a hit to left-center, bringing in the game’s first run. With runners on the corners and just one out, Han Yoo-seom delivered another RBI single up the middle, pushing SSG ahead 2-0. The home crowd erupted, sensing that their team was poised for a statement win over the league leaders.

But baseball’s a game of momentum swings, and the Twins weren’t about to back down. LG’s offense struggled to break through early, but the sixth inning changed everything. Choi Won-young led off with a sharp single to left, followed by Shin Min-jae’s infield hit down the third base line, putting two on with nobody out. When Moon Sung-joo stepped up, he loaded the bases with a well-placed bunt single, setting the table for a crucial rally. Austin Dean, showing nerves of steel, took a pitch off his left forearm, forcing in LG’s first run. The Twins then tied it 2-2 as Moon Bo-gyeong lofted a sacrifice fly to center, bringing the visitors right back into the contest.

On the mound, LG starter Choi Ri-nose battled through five innings, giving up just two earned runs and keeping his team within striking distance. Kim Young-woo took over in the sixth and blanked SSG, while reliever Kim Jin-seong came up huge in the seventh, striking out Heredia to close the inning. Yet, SSG wasn’t done—Heredia came back in the bottom of the seventh to launch a solo home run, nudging the Landers back in front, 3-2.

With the game hanging in the balance, the eighth inning delivered the kind of drama that keeps fans glued to their seats. After one out, Moon Bo-gyeong legged out an infield single, and with two outs, Oh Ji-hwan worked a walk, putting runners on first and second. SSG, sensing the danger, made a pitching change, bringing in closer Jo Byung-hyun. But Park Dong-won, who had struggled at the plate throughout August, stepped in with a chance to redeem himself. On a 3-1 count, he unleashed a towering drive over the left-field wall—a three-run homer that flipped the game on its head and sent the LG dugout into a frenzy. Suddenly, the Twins led 5-3, and the crowd, split between stunned SSG supporters and jubilant LG fans, felt the full force of baseball’s unpredictability.

Park’s clutch blast was more than just a personal triumph. According to manager Yeom Kyung-yeop, "Our bullpen held strong, allowing just one run over four innings and laying the foundation for this victory. Especially in the eighth, Yu Young-chan shut down a huge bases-loaded threat and recorded four key outs to earn the save and seal the win." Yeom also praised the offense, saying, "Choi Won-young set up a great scoring chance in the sixth, and Moon Bo-gyeong’s RBI tied the game, shifting the momentum to our side. Even though Park Dong-won’s bat has been quiet lately, his crucial three-run homer in the eighth was the difference-maker. I believe this will help him find his rhythm again."

Park Dong-won’s struggles in August—batting just .118 before this game—were well documented, but his response under pressure was nothing short of spectacular. After the game, Park reflected, "Our four consecutive wins, especially the two we’ve snatched in the eighth inning, have been huge for our confidence. We came in today determined to protect our lead and finish strong." Having recently returned from injury, Park’s resurgence couldn’t have come at a better time for the Twins.

The bottom of the eighth brought more high drama. SSG’s bats threatened with back-to-back singles and, with two outs, Park Sung-han drew a walk to load the bases. LG called upon closer Yu Young-chan, who coolly induced a fly out to escape the jam. He then retired the side in order in the ninth, locking down the win and recording a well-earned save. Yeom Kyung-yeop didn’t mince words in his praise: "The whole squad stayed focused to the end and made this comeback possible. I want to thank all the players for their effort and the fans who packed the third-base stands and cheered us on, even on the road."

For SSG Landers, the loss was a gut punch. After jumping ahead early, their offense sputtered, failing to score in the final four innings. Key hitters like Park Sung-han and Jeong Joon-jae couldn’t cash in during the middle frames, and a costly defensive miscue in the eighth opened the door for LG’s rally. Pitcher Lee Ro-woon was ejected, and the bullpen faltered at the worst moment. Yu Young-chul, who’d been so reliable, was tagged for the decisive home run and a defensive error that compounded SSG’s woes.

With the win, LG Twins improved to 67-42-2, maintaining a one-game lead over the surging Hanwha Eagles, who also won their game against the NC Dinos. The Twins’ recent run—winning two of three against the Dinos and now pulling off this dramatic victory—has cemented their place at the top of the standings. Meanwhile, SSG Landers are left searching for answers as they try to regroup and stay in playoff contention.

Looking ahead, LG’s focus remains on extending their winning streak and keeping the pressure on their rivals. The team’s blend of timely hitting, resilient pitching, and unwavering confidence has made them a force to be reckoned with as the season enters its crucial stretch. As Park Dong-won put it, "We’re just trying to keep this momentum going and get ready for the next challenge."

With the pennant race heating up and every game taking on added significance, the Twins’ thrilling comeback in Incheon will be remembered as a turning point—a night when grit, belief, and a little bit of magic kept their championship dreams alive.