[Photo] Austin taps Kang Min-ho on butt to greet

Samsung smiled in the Daegu Samsung Lions–LG Twins game that drew interest as a "preview of the Korean Series."

Samsung beat LG 7-2 at home on the 18th behind a locked-in lineup. A seven-game winning streak since the game against the NC Dinos in Daegu on the 10th. Jack O'Loughlin was ejected for a head shot, making bullpen management difficult, but the elite relievers combined for a shutout. Meanwhile, LG starter Im Chan-kyu, who was strong against Samsung last year with a 3-0 record and a 2.74 ERA, lowered his head after allowing his most runs in a single game this season.

In the top of the first, LG's Austin steps into the box and exchanges greetings with Samsung's Kang Min-ho. Apr. 18, 2026

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