San francisco: Kim Ha-seong and the Tampa Bay Rays emerged victorious against Lee Jung-hoo and the San Francisco Giants, marking their second consecutive road win. Kim contributed with a 1-for-3 performance, including a stolen base, as the Rays triumphed 2-1 at Oracle Park.
According to Yonhap News Agency, this game was the second in a three-game series between the two teams, which compete in different leagues and will not face each other again after the series finale on Sunday. Kim, playing shortstop and batting sixth, managed a single in the ninth inning and a stolen base, although he was caught in a double play at third base.
Lee Jung-hoo, batting fifth and playing center field for the Giants, went 2-for-4 and successfully stole a base. Despite his efforts, including a single in the ninth inning, the Giants could not overcome the Rays' lead. This game added to Lee's season achievements, making him one of only three players in Major League Baseball this year to reach double figures in both triples and steals.
Kim's current batting average stands at .213, while Lee's is at .260, his highest since mid-June. The two players continue to showcase their skills, enhancing the competition during these inter-league matchups.