"Kim Do-young is the home run leader?" KBO return foreign investor surprised: "The best hitter; I'd be lucky if he only gets a single, but still..." Unmatched praise [Jamsil on-site]

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KT Wiz replacement foreign pitcher Logan Allen (29) spared no praise for Kim Do-young (23, KIA Tigers).

Logan joined as a replacement for KT's Caleb Boshley, who was sidelined due to a shoulder injury. He signed under terms totaling $125,000 over six weeks (approximately 190 million won).

Logan has prior experience in the KBO League. Last season, he appeared in 32 games for the NC Dinos, recording 7 wins, 12 losses, an ERA of 4.53, and 149 strikeouts.

After the 2025 season concluded, he signed a minor league contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers. Before joining KT this season, he played for the Oklahoma City Comets, the Dodgers' Triple-A affiliate, appearing in 12 games (11 as a starter) with a record of 2 wins, 4 losses, and an ERA of 6.08.

Logan plans to make his return appearance in the home game against the KIA Tigers at Suwon KT Wiz Park on the 21st.

Already with KT, Logan met with reporters ahead of the match against the Doosan Bears at Jamsil Stadium on the 17th. He stated, "My goal is to pitch in as many games as possible to help the team win." He added, "Although my contract is set for six weeks, I will do my best to secure as many wins as possible. Even if I am not re-signed, I will strive to return next year."

Regarding facing the KIA Tigers, Logan said, "Although I have a gap in actual game pitching, I want to throw as many strikes as possible. It is important to engage in count battles with batters and gain an advantage."

Reporters then asked about Kim Do-young. Upon hearing that Kim is tied for the home run lead with 20 (matching LG Twins' Austin Dean), Logan expressed surprise, asking, "Really?"

Logan remarked, "I will try to minimize giving up extra-base hits. Kim Do-young is the best hitter in the KBO League. I was not in a good mood when he suffered two painful injuries. Talented players like him must continue to play in this league. When we face off this time, I would consider it a great stroke of luck if I can hold him to a single. Sometimes, allowing only one base against an excellent hitter can be a successful defensive play."

He continued, "If I can get him out, that would be lucky. If I make a mistake, he has the ability to capitalize on it. If I allow extra-base hits, that is also a testament to Kim Do-young's skill, and I will respect that. Nevertheless, I will not be intimidated and will pitch with confidence. Even if the opponent is one of the league's best players, I will not be afraid and will engage in a direct battle, fulfilling my role."

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