Wiz lose 2 regulars to injuries in Korean Series game
KT Wiz shuffled their lineup after outfielder Choi and Choi Won-jun were injured, while Kim Sang-su returned for Game 3.
- On Friday, the Wiz and Samsung Lions face off in Game 3 of the Korean Series at Daegu Samsung Lions Park, with the best-of-seven championship battle tied at 1-1.
- Manager Lee Kang-chul shuffled his lineup for Friday's matchup after right fielder Choi Won-jun and third baseman Heo Kyoung-min were sidelined with injuries.
- Veteran catcher Jang Sung-woo will make his first start as designated hitter, batting fifth. "Sung-woo has some pop," Lee said, explaining the decision in the small stadium.
- Adjusting for injuries, Lee mentioned that Heo Kyoung-min will start on the bench but remain available to pinch hit in late innings if needed.
- With Choi sidelined by thumb swelling after crashing into a wall during Game 2, the Wiz navigate the series tied as they field an adjusted roster.
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