Flame Fighters Snatch 2-1 Victory Against Seoul High's Strong Pitching Staff in 'Flame Baseball' Episode 21

The Flame Fighters achieved a thrilling come-from-behind 2-1 victory against the formidable pitching lineup of Seoul High in the 21st episode of the baseball entertainment program 'Flame Baseball,' captivating viewers. The episode aired on the official Studio C1 YouTube channel on the 22nd.

Starting pitcher Yoo Hee-kwan for the Flame Fighters took the mound with determination to overcome his previous outing's performance, effectively retiring batters in the first two innings with his precise control. On the Seoul High side, Han Soo-dong, who was drafted by the Samsung Lions for the 2026 KBO Rookie Draft, started as the pitcher. His pitches, often exceeding 140 km/h, initially challenged the Fighters' batters. Despite loading the bases early on a hit-by-pitch and a walk, the Fighters couldn't capitalize on the opportunity.

In the top of the 3rd inning, Yoo Hee-kwan faced difficulties, allowing the first hit of the game and subsequently a runner into scoring position. Although he managed to end the inning without further damage, thanks to a stellar pick-off play with first baseman Lee Dae-ho, the Fighters conceded the first run.

Seoul High brought in their ace pitcher, Park Ji-sung, known as 'Two Hearts,' in the bottom of the 3rd. Park Ji-sung's deceptive changeup stifled the Fighters' offense, but Park Yong-taik managed to hit a single and advance to second base, maintaining the team's pride. However, Park Ji-sung's pitching prowess shut down the scoring threat.

Facing a tough game, Manager Kim Sung-keun made an early strategic move in the top of the 5th, bringing in Lee Dae-eun, the Fighters' reliable closer, to replace Yoo Hee-kwan. Lee Dae-eun responded by inducing a double play, validating the manager's trust.

The Flame Fighters capitalized on the momentum in the bottom of the 5th. After Im Sang-woo drew a walk and Jung Keun-woo hit a clutch RBI double to tie the game, Manager Kim Sung-keun introduced Moon Gyo-won as a pinch hitter. Moon Gyo-won delivered with a hit, and Park Yong-taik followed with a sacrifice fly to drive in the go-ahead run, completing the 2-1 comeback.

The 21st episode of 'Flame Baseball' saw over 100,000 concurrent viewers within 11 minutes of its release, demonstrating its immense popularity. The episode will continue the rivalry with a second live game against Seoul High on the 29th, following a match against Masan Yongma High on the 28th.

'Flame Baseball' is an entertainment program where former professional baseball players engage in games against amateur teams, highlighting the fun and emotional aspects of baseball. The passionate performances of the players under the guidance of Manager Kim Sung-keun have been highly praised by viewers. This episode also showcased the potential of Han Soo-dong, a player expected to be selected in the 2026 KBO Rookie Draft. The program continues to build anticipation among baseball fans with its weekly live game broadcasts.