The LG Twins and Hanwha Eagles are set for a historic clash in the 2025 Korean Series. This matchup marks the first time these teams will compete for the championship title. The series begins on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Jamsil Baseball Stadium in Seoul, South Korea.
Teams Overview
The LG Twins earned their place in the Korean Series after finishing the regular season with an impressive record of 85 wins, 56 losses, and 3 ties. They received a bye into the championship round due to their top performance. Their last game was a loss to the NC Dinos over three weeks ago.
In contrast, the Hanwha Eagles are making their return to the Korean Series for the first time since 2006. They finished the regular season with a strong record of 83 wins, 57 losses, and 4 ties.
Key Players
- LG Twins:
- Austin Dean, first baseman, who hit 31 home runs during the regular season.
- Yonny Chirinos, pitcher, with a 3.31 ERA and 30 starts in 2025.
- Im Chan-kyu, pitcher, finished the season with a 3.03 ERA in 27 starts.
- Hanwha Eagles:
- Roh Si-hwan, corner infielder, had 32 home runs and performed well in the playoff round.
- Cody Ponce, pitcher, won the pitching Triple Crown with 17 wins and a 1.89 ERA, recording a KBO-high 252 strikeouts.
- Moon Dong-ju, reliever, achieved Playoff MVP for a stellar performance in the playoffs.
Series Format and Schedule
The 2025 Korean Series will follow a 2-3-2 format, with games played at both Jamsil Baseball Stadium and Daejeon Hanwha Life Ballpark. Below is the full schedule:
| Game | Date | Time (EDT) | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | October 26 | 1:00 AM | Jamsil Baseball Stadium |
| Game 2 | October 27 | 5:30 AM | Jamsil Baseball Stadium |
| Game 3 | October 29 | 5:30 AM | Daejeon Hanwha Life Ballpark |
| Game 4 | October 30 | 5:30 AM | Daejeon Hanwha Life Ballpark |
| Game 5 | October 31 | 5:30 AM | Daejeon Hanwha Life Ballpark |
| Game 6 | November 2 | 1:00 AM | Jamsil Baseball Stadium |
| Game 7 | November 3 | 4:30 AM | Jamsil Baseball Stadium |
Where to Watch
Fans can stream the series through the SOOP service. Highlights and clips will also be available on the KBO’s official YouTube channel.
This Korean Series promises to be an exciting showdown, with both teams looking to make their mark in KBO history.
