LG Twins vs Samsung Lions Prediction 5 September 2026
📡 LG opened their series against Samsung with a 4-3 win, extending their hot streak to four games. Over that stretch, the hosts have allowed just five runs, and now they hold a clear edge in the pitching matchup: Anders Tolhurst will take the mound against Lee Seung-hyun, whose season ERA is nearing seven. After the defeat, Samsung remain in second place.
Head-to-Head
📊 The last 10 head-to-head meetings are evenly split at 5-5, but Samsung have outscored their rivals 57-42 in total runs. The average run tally stands at 9.9 per game. This current series got off to a much quieter start with a 4-3 result, as LG picked up their second consecutive head-to-head win at Jamsil and levelled the season series at 6-6.
Head-to-head statistics LG Twins - Samsung Lions
LG Twins Team Overview
LG have improved to 68-51-1, currently sitting third in the standings. The team boasts a .267 batting average, 112 home runs, and a collective ERA of 4.79. Their current four-game winning streak has been driven by outstanding pitching: Doosan were beaten 3-1, 5-1, and 1-0, followed by a 4-3 victory over Samsung. Across these four games, LG’s opponents have managed just five runs, and this strong run of form is helping LG close the gap on second place.
Match Results: LG Twins
Samsung Lions Team Overview
Samsung remain in second place with a 70-46-3 record, a .280 team batting average, and an impressive 4.14 ERA. Statistically, the visitors actually edge LG over the course of the season, but after back-to-back wins against Lotte, they stumbled with 2-3 and 3-4 losses. On Friday, the offense tallied seven hits and built a 3-0 lead, only for LG to flip the script with a four-run rally in the seventh inning.
Match Results: Samsung Lions
⚾ Starting Pitchers
Anders Tolhurst, a right-hander, has made 23 starts in 23 appearances this season, posting an 11-9 record with a 4.42 ERA. Over 128.1 innings pitched, he has allowed 131 hits and 64 runs while striking out 104 batters, with a WHIP of 1.27. He has delivered 14 quality starts but has yet to record a complete game or a shutout. Despite a relatively high ERA, Tolhurst consistently provides his team with solid innings on the mound.
Lee Seung-hyun, a lefty, has featured in 15 games with just four starts, going 0-2 with a 6.89 ERA. Across 31.1 innings, he has given up 38 hits and 26 runs, striking out 30 with a WHIP of 1.72. He has yet to notch a quality start, complete game, or shutout. His elevated WHIP and the number of runs allowed make him the most vulnerable arm in this pitching matchup.
⭐ Editor's Pick
Samsung hold the edge in overall balance and team ERA, while the last 10 head-to-head matchups are split evenly at 5-5, giving LG no clear advantage. However, this particular matchup seems to favour the home side. LG are riding a four-game winning streak, having conceded just five runs over that span, and Tolhurst has been far more reliable than Lee Seung-hyun in terms of workload, WHIP, and quality starts. Samsung’s starter enters with a 6.89 ERA and a 1.72 WHIP, which gives LG a strong chance to seize the initiative before the bullpens come into play. After yesterday’s 4-3 comeback win, LG also carry the psychological and on-field momentum. Our pick: LG to win.
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Betting Tips: LG Twins - Samsung Lions
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