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ITZY's Yuna Takes the Mound as LG Twins Seek Victory Jinx

Published 2026.04.02

By Cely Editor

ITZY's Yuna Takes the Mound as LG Twins Seek Victory Jinx

The LG Twins of professional baseball have invited K-pop idols to throw the ceremonial first pitch in hopes of breaking their opening three-game losing streak. LG notably had a high winning rate in games featuring idol first pitches last year, leading to a 'victory jinx' phenomenon among fans. The three-game losing streak marks the first occurrence in eight years since 2018, with recent pitcher struggles cited as the primary cause. On April 1st against KIA, ITZY's maknae Yuna will throw the opening pitch. Yuna recently released her first solo album 'Ice Cream' on March 23rd and has been pursuing solo activities. She expressed her enthusiasm, stating she would provide good energy to the players. On April 2nd against KIA, tripleS member Kim Chae-yeon will serve as the second ceremonial pitcher. LG's starting pitcher Song Seung-gi has a deep connection with idol first pitches. On March 27th of last year, he made his professional pitching debut against ITZY's Yeji's first pitch, delivering a strong performance with seven innings, one hit, and no runs, securing a victory. On July 31st, against aespa's aILIT Min-joo's first pitch, he also claimed a win with five scoreless innings. LG fans hope this relay of idol first pitches becomes a turning point in breaking the opening three-game losing streak.