Summary
- James Naile, the Kia Tigers’ No. 1 starter, suffered a broken jaw after being hit by a line drive
- Naile has been one of the best starting pitchers in the KBO this year with 12 wins and a 2.53 ERA
- The Tigers currently hold the best record in the league, with a 6.5-game lead over their closest competitor
- Naile’s return timeline is uncertain pending surgery and prognosis
