Samsung Lions vs Lotte Giants Prediction 3 September 2026
📡 Samsung extend their flawless home run: after a commanding 3-0 shutout, the league leaders clinch the second game 8-5. Lotte finally spark their offense to life, but their pitching once again crumbles under the pressure of one of the KBO’s most potent lineups. The third game features an intriguing pitching matchup-Won Tae-in has struggled historically against Lotte, while Jeremy Beasley, on the other hand, has enjoyed notable success facing Samsung.
Head-to-Head
📊 After securing their second straight win, Samsung now lead the season series 7-5. Yesterday’s 8-5 result brought the total runs to 13 and demonstrated that Lotte can contribute to a high-scoring contest, even when the league leaders come out on top. Meanwhile, the head-to-head stats for the starting pitchers make Game 3 less predictable and increase the likelihood of both offenses making an impact.
Head-to-head statistics Samsung Lions - Lotte Giants

Samsung Lions Team Overview
Samsung boast the league’s best record at 70-44-3. They are hitting .281, carrying a 4.15 ERA, and have launched 110 home runs this season. In Game 2, their offense once again showcased its depth, putting up eight runs after a relatively quiet three-run opener. As the league leaders, Samsung’s lineup is well-equipped to punish Lotte’s inconsistent pitching, especially in the middle and late innings.
Match Results: Samsung Lions

Lotte Giants Team Overview
Lotte have dropped to 50-63-2, posting a .268 batting average, a team ERA of 4.66, and 91 home runs. Their five-run performance yesterday was a solid response after being shut out, but pitching woes persist-they allowed eight runs. The team consistently needs a strong offensive output to offset their pitching deficiencies.
Match Results: Lotte Giants
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Won Tae-in comes in with a 7-6 record and a 4.33 ERA. He’s 1-0 against Lotte, but his ERA against them balloons to 9.26. That win masks just how much trouble this lineup has caused him-he’s struggled to keep their bats in check.
Jeremy Beasley stands at 8-5 with a 4.80 ERA. He’s posted a strong head-to-head line against Samsung, going 2-0 with a 3.00 ERA. Still, his overall ERA hovers near 5.00, and facing a lineup hitting .281 means there’s real risk of the hosts putting up big numbers in the later innings.
⭐ Editor's Pick
The second game already set the tone for a total in the 9.5-13 runs range. There’s every reason to expect both offenses to contribute again in Game 3. Won Tae-in owns a 9.26 ERA against Lotte, giving the visitors a real chance to build on yesterday’s offensive resurgence. Beasley has fared better against Samsung, but his overall ERA sits at 4.80, while the hosts lead the KBO with a .281 batting average and are coming off an eight-run performance. Lotte’s team ERA of 4.66 also leaves Samsung with plenty of scoring opportunities once the starter exits. The most reasonable prediction here is to back the over 9.5 total runs.