Seung Hwan Oh, by his estimate, has never had as unsuccessful stretch as he is having now. The Korean-born Cardinals closer (1-4) has given up six runs in his last six innings, including two game-deciding home runs, the latest of which was John Jaso’s ninth-inning blast to win for Pittsburgh on Friday night.
When asked how he felt he needed to improve, Oh, through his translator, cut right to the core. “Not letting hitters get on base is the first thing. And, secondly, not letting guys get a run,” said Oh, with a smile.
More seriously, he said, “My final pitch — I have to make those pitches.