LG Twins Pitcher Son Ju-young Says Ko Young-pil's Return Bolsters Bullpen

LG Twins pitcher Son Ju-young expressed confidence after the team added reliever Ko Young-pil to its active roster, according to a report from Dong-a Ilbo on Wednesday. Son said the arrival makes the pitching staff feel noticeably more dependable.

The report, also carried by Newsis, highlights growing expectations within the club following Ko’s return. Ko has been registered for the first-team squad, though LG manager Yeom Kyung-yup has indicated a cautious approach to his usage, noting the right-hander could be asked to cover multiple innings as he ramps up.

Ko’s comeback carries symbolic weight even though LG is not in postseason contention this year, according to Yonhap News Agency. The veteran’s presence alone is seen as a morale boost for a team that has struggled in the bullpen during the 2026 campaign.

Local broadcaster KBS framed Ko’s return as potentially a savior for LG’s relief corps, which has lacked a reliable late-inning option for much of the season. The club has cycled through several arms in high-leverage spots without consistent results.

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Son, a starter who has also worked in relief this year, welcomed the addition as a stabilizing force. He said having a proven performer like Ko back gives the entire pitching staff a lift, per Dong-a Ilbo.

What to watch next is how quickly Ko regains his sharpest form and whether Yeom expands his role beyond multi-inning relief appearances in the coming weeks.