'Though Cancelled...' Lotte and Kiwoom Conduct Outdoor Training as Scheduled; Kim Tae-hyung and Seol Jong-jin React [Busan Field Report]

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On the 5th, when all professional baseball games across five stadiums nationwide were cancelled due to extreme heat, Lotte Giants and Kiwoom Heroes players carried out their outdoor training at Busan Sajik Stadium.

According to Korea Meteorological Administration's WeatherNuri, as of 4:30 p.m. that day, the temperature near Sajik Stadium was 30.9°C (feels like 31.4°C). A heat warning was in effect for central and western Busan, while a heat advisory was issued for eastern Busan. The weather was less severe than the previous day (the 4th) at 3:30 p.m., when the temperature reached 33.0°C (feels like 33.1°C).

Home team Lotte players took to the field at 2:30 p.m. that day, conducting batting practice inside the batting cage and performing catch drills and physical training in the outfield. Following this, the visiting Kiwoom team arrived at Sajik Stadium and proceeded with their outdoor training as scheduled.

Lotte manager Kim Tae-hyung commented on the game cancellation, stating, "The KBO (Korea Baseball Organization) will handle it," while adding, "As I mentioned last week, assessing the situation on-site is most important."

Due to extreme heat, Lotte's game against Busan Samsung Lions was cancelled on the 1st, and the following day (the 2nd), the start time of their match was delayed by 30 minutes.

Kiwoom manager Seol Jong-jin said, "I believe taking a brief rest during difficult times is necessary for managing players' conditions," and added, "While playing games is important, player health must come first. We view the cancellation positively."

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