Samsung Lions win first Korean Series title in 12 years

· Politics · South Korea

The Samsung Lions defeated the KT Wiz to capture their first Korean Series baseball title in 12 years, Yonhap reported from Daegu. The Lions, who beat steep odds before the series began against the Wiz, were led by homegrown ace Won Tae-in, who delivered a strong start in the title-clinching game. Captain Koo Ja-wook, who played through injury, was voted series MVP, while catcher Kang Min-ho celebrated the first title of his 23-year career. The Wiz, who ran away with the regular-season crown, went out quietly in the championship round, and former major league pitcher Chris Paddack said winning the title was 'something special.'

Why it matters：The title caps an improbable run by the Lions and highlights how South Korea's baseball league keeps producing compelling, closely followed sporting drama.

Key points

  • Won Tae-in delivered a strong start in the clincher.
  • Captain Koo Ja-wook was voted series MVP despite injury.
  • The KT Wiz had the best regular-season record but lost the final.

Sources (original reporting)

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