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Doosan Bears Hire Kim Won-hyung to Revitalize Team

10/21/2025

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The Doosan Bears appointed Kim Won-hyung as their new manager after finishing ninth in the KBO.
Kim Won-hyung previously served as the Bears' pitching coach.
He led the SSG Landers to the Korean Series title in 2022.
He signed a two-year contract worth up to 2 billion won (US$1.4 million).
The Bears expect his experience will help them compete for the championship after missing the postseason for three years.

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Story summary

The Doosan Bears appointed Kim Won-hyung as their new manager after finishing ninth in the KBO.
Kim Won-hyung previously served as the Bears' pitching coach.
He led the SSG Landers to the Korean Series title in 2022.
He signed a two-year contract worth up to 2 billion won (US$1.4 million).
The Bears expect his experience will help them compete for the championship after missing the postseason for three years.