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Korean Series Kicks Off: LG Twins Host Hanwha Eagles

10/25/2025

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Summary

Twins Host Series

The Korean Series between LG Twins and Hanwha Eagles will begin October 25, 2025, with LG Twins hosting Games 1–2 at Jamsil Baseball Stadium.
The LG Twins finished the 2025 regular season with an 85-56-3 record, earning a bye.
The Hanwha Eagles defeated the Samsung Lions 11-2 to reach the series.
The Twins led the season series against Hanwha, 8-7-1, and Cody Ponce and Ryan Weiss will miss opening games.

Summary

Eagles Soar Past Lions

The Hanwha Eagles defeated Samsung Lions 10-2 in Game 5 of the KBO postseason on October 24, 2025, advancing to the Korean Series.
Moon Hyun-bin hit a two-run homer and drove in five RBIs.
The Eagles built a commanding lead by capitalizing on three Lions errors and batting from their heart of the order.
Cody Ponce struck out four batters.
Ryan Weiss closed the game without allowing a run.

History

Historical Context

The inaugural Korean Series in 1982 marked a pivotal moment for South Korean baseball, establishing a championship format. The OB Bears, now known as the Doosan Bears, clinched the first title, reflecting the sport's rising popularity. This event set the stage for future competitions, including the anticipated 2025 series between the LG Twins and Hanwha Eagles, highlighting baseball's cultural significance in South Korea.

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Twins Host Series

The Korean Series between LG Twins and Hanwha Eagles will begin October 25, 2025, with LG Twins hosting Games 1–2 at Jamsil Baseball Stadium.
The LG Twins finished the 2025 regular season with an 85-56-3 record, earning a bye.
The Hanwha Eagles defeated the Samsung Lions 11-2 to reach the series.
The Twins led the season series against Hanwha, 8-7-1, and Cody Ponce and Ryan Weiss will miss opening games.

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