Overview
- League: KBO (Korean Baseball Organization)
- Match Date & Time: March 25, 2025, 18:30 KST
- Venue: Kia Challengers Field, Hampyeong, South Korea
Team Key Players
Kia Tigers
- James Naile (SP, #40) – 2024 KBO ERA leader, Kia’s Opening Day starter.
- Kim Tae-gun (C, #42) – Veteran catcher who leads the team’s battery.
- Patrick Wisdom (1B, #45) – Power hitter anchoring first base.
- Kim Do-young (3B, #5) – Former first-round pick with strong offensive potential.
- Na Sung-bum (RF, #47) – One of Kia’s main power hitters.
Kiwoom Heroes
- Kenny Rosenberg (SP, #22) – New import pitcher leading Kiwoom’s rotation.
- Yasiel Puig (RF, #66) – Former MLB star returning to Kiwoom.
- Choi Joo-hwan (1B, #53) – Veteran first baseman with consistent hitting.
- Kim Tae-jin (SS, #10) – Strong infield presence.
- Kim Dong-heon (C, #47) – Rising young catcher with strong defensive skills.
Insight Picky: Over 8.5 Runs
Justification
- Kia’s Offensive Firepower – Kia features several big hitters like Na Sung-bum and Patrick Wisdom.
- Kiwoom’s Unproven Pitching Staff – Kenny Rosenberg is making his KBO debut, which could lead to struggles.
- Yasiel Puig’s Impact – The former MLB star is known for his aggressive batting, increasing run potential.
- Kia’s Home Advantage – Hampyeong is a hitter-friendly stadium.
- Recent High-Scoring Trends – Previous meetings between these teams have seen many runs.
