Samsung Lions outfielder Kim Hyun-jun shines in Futures League

Samsung Lions outfielder Kim Hyun-jun delivered a standout performance in the Futures League, recording four hits in five at-bats during a game against the Goyang Heroes. This follows a home run performance in the previous game, showcasing a significant surge in batting form. Since being removed from the first-team roster on August 23, Kim has maintained a .423 batting average over six Futures League games.

In the match held at Goyang National Baseball Stadium, Kim contributed two RBIs and scored three runs. His performance included a triple in the third inning and a two-RBI hit in the fourth. Other Samsung players also showed strong form, including infielder Kim Sang-jun, who recorded two hits following his return from injury, and catcher Kim Do-hwan.

Samsung's depth in the Futures League is becoming increasingly relevant as the club prepares for roster changes due to players being called up for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. The team secured a 14-13 victory in the high-scoring contest.