Kim Tae-jin, who disappeared after the 'shock' match against LG on the 5th, was injured → Finally canceled "discovered ankle bone fragments, ligament damage."

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Kiwoom Heroes infielder Kim Tae-jin (31) was eventually hampered by injury. Kim Tae-jin, who has not played at all since the game against the LG Twins on the 5th, was canceled from the first-team entry after a detailed examination confirmed the injury.

Ahead of the Lotte Giants match at Gocheok Sky Dome on the 11th, the Kiwoom club said of Kim Tae-jin, "The hospital examination revealed that collision syndrome and bone fragments (bone fragments) were observed due to chronic ligament damage in the right ankle."

According to the club's explanation, collision syndrome is a symptom that causes extreme pain due to friction between bones and surrounding tissues. Kim Tae-jin has been in pain since he played against LG on the 5th, and has been watching his condition while being excluded from the game lineup since then, but eventually, he showed signs of prolongation and decided to exclude the entry.

Kiwoom is cautious about Kim Tae-jin's future return schedule. An official from Kiwoom explained, "We will decide on the specific treatment direction after conducting additional checkups in the future." As bone fragments have been found, simple rehabilitation or surgery is expected to be considered depending on the condition.

The departure of Kim Tae-jin, who expected to play a "super utility" role while playing all infield positions, has dealt a significant blow to Kiwoom's infield management. Kim Tae-jin has contributed to the team's rise by playing a solid role in offense and defense this season.

His performance was not good this season in the aftermath of his injury. Kim played in five games this season and had a batting average of 0.167 (one hit in six at-bats) this season. He has not added a hit in four consecutive games since he recorded one hit in two at-bats against the Hanwha Eagles in Daejeon on March 28. It appears that he is in an abnormal physical condition.

Kiwoom plans to reorganize the infield to fill the absence of Kim Tae-jin. Depending on the results of additional examinations, the timing of Kim Tae-jin's return is also expected to be outlined.

Meanwhile, Kiwoom set up a starting lineup against Lotte in the order of Lee Joo-hyung (center fielder), Brenton Brooks (first baseman), An Chi-hong (designated hitter), Choi Joo-hwan (third baseman), Lee Hyung-jong (left fielder), Eo Jun-seo (striker), Park Chan-hyuk (right fielder), Park Han-gyeol (second baseman), and Kim Gun-hee (catcher). The starting pitcher is Wiles.

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