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Hyun-Seok Jang earns Midwest League pitcher of the week after debut

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Hyun-Seok Jang earns Midwest League pitcher of the week after debut

Summary

Hyun-Seok Jang, a right-handed pitcher for the Great Lakes Loons, was named Midwest League pitcher of the week following his High-A debut on August 3, 2026. In that outing, Jang threw six scoreless innings, allowing just a double and two singles, while striking out eight batters. This performance marked a significant improvement from his previous season, as he recorded an 8.9-percent walk rate thus far in 2026, compared to struggles with walks in 2025. The Dodgers signed Jang from South Korea in August 2023 for $900,000, and his recent efforts highlight his development at the minor league level. Following Jang's debut, the Dodgers made several trades as the trade deadline approached.

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By the Numbers

•Jang threw six scoreless innings in his High-A debut on August 3.
•He allowed only a double and two singles, striking out eight.
•This was his first game at the High-A level with the Great Lakes Loons.
•His walk rate has significantly improved compared to previous seasons.
•The Dodgers made several trades ahead of the deadline following his performance.

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Dodgers minor league pitcher Hyun-Seok Jang was dominant in his High-A debut last Thursday for the Great Lakes Loons, and for his efforts the 22-year-old right-hander was named Midwest League pitcher of the week after his very first game at the level. Jang last Thursday allowed only a double and two singles in his six […]
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