Samsung Lions’ pitcher Ariel Jurado delivers back-to-back standout postseason starts against the Kia Tigers, helping Daegu-based Samsung advance to the Korean Series. Multiple outlets report Jurado’s performances in the best-of-five second round, culminating in the Lions winning the series and advancing from the second stage.
Yonhap and Korea Times describe how Jurado builds on earlier success, including a first postseason win against the Tigers before following it with another series-clinching start. Korea Times adds detail on his run prevention and pitch mix in the decisive game, and notes he earns series MVP recognition from media voting. Yonhap’s coverage focuses on the broader storyline of Jurado’s postseason run, while Korea Times emphasizes the craft of his pitching and the awards he receives.
Across reports, the common thread is that Jurado’s pitching—featuring effective execution and limiting Tigers scoring—plays a central role in Samsung’s progression to the Korean Series.
