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The "Flame Fighters" baseball team is gearing up for a high-stakes challenge, determined to put an end to their recent losing skid and secure their 15th victory of the season. This gripping showdown against Jangchung High School will be unveiled on Monday, November 10th, at 8:00 PM in the 28th episode of Studio C1’s baseball reality show, "Flame Baseball."

Following a painful defeat in their last outing, the Flame Fighters gathered in the locker room, aiming for a reset and a return to form. The atmosphere, however, quickly turned to playful banter focused on pitcher Shin Jae-young, the losing pitcher of the previous game. Veteran player Jung Keun-woo mentioned Shin's tearful post-game interview, and Lee Dae-ho jokingly added, "That was the biggest shock," playfully twisting the knife.

Shin Jae-young responded with an embarrassed laugh. The entire team participated in the good-natured teasing, a unique way to alleviate the pressure resting on his shoulders. The central question for the upcoming game is whether Shin Jae-young, the team's only losing pitcher, can reclaim his pride on the mound.

The Fighters' opponent, Jangchung High School Baseball Team, is a prestigious powerhouse hailing from Seoul. According to playing coach Lee Taek-keun, Jangchung is a "Kingdom of High School Pitchers," boasting numerous athletes with impressive physiques and high velocity. Having anticipated this challenge, manager Kim Sung-keun reportedly presented Lee Taek-keun with a secret strategy for victory. However, the plan was met with looks of dismay from the Fighters, eliciting laughter from the team and adding to the episode’s intrigue.

Jangchung High School made a powerful impression right from their arrival. Reports indicate that the players intently watched the Fighters' training session, immersed in analyzing their hitting, their focused eyes betraying a fierce will to win.

Adding a layer of personal history to the rivalry, former Jangchung alumnus Yoo Hee-kwan made a visit to the opposing dugout, warmly greeting their manager, Song Min-soo. Despite the pleasantries, a subtle tension permeated the field. Manager Song Min-soo didn't shy away from throwing down the gauntlet, declaring, "We're going to exploit all your weaknesses," which visibly flustered Yoo Hee-kwan. With a total war predicted even before the first pitch, anticipation is high: Can the Flame Fighters finally shake off the shadow of defeat and achieve their milestone 15th win?