Kia Tigers’ third baseman Kim Do-yeong is drawing heavy attention as the team presses its postseason bid in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO). Ahead of the second-round matchup against the Samsung Lions at Daegu Samsung Lions Park, Tigers manager Lee Bum-ho says Kim appears comfortable under the spotlight, citing his prior postseason experience and awards, including the Tigers’ 2024 Korean Series title and his regular-season MVP season.
Other coverage focuses on Kim’s approach at the plate as his postseason performance continues to stand out. After helping Kia sweep the defending champions, LG Twins, in the first round with three home runs in three games, Kim says he does not chase individual statistics. He frames postseason success around staying focused on every pitch and prioritizing team wins over personal home-run and batting-average numbers. Across the sources, the recurring context is Kim’s status as a leading slugger and the Tigers’ effort to extend their championship run.
