The Hanwha Eagles are in a critical position as they prepare for Game 5 of the 2025 KBO Korean Series against the LG Twins. The match, set to take place at Hanwha Life Ball Park in Daejeon on the 31st, sees the Eagles trailing the series with one win and three losses and facing elimination.
Under the guidance of head coach Kim Kyung-moon, the Eagles had a strong regular season, finishing second with an impressive record of 83 wins, 4 draws, and 57 losses. However, they have struggled in the finals, suffering defeats in the first two games against the league-leading LG Twins, with scores of 2-8 and 5-13. They did manage to secure a victory in Game 3 with a score of 7-3 but experienced disappointment in Game 4, losing 4-7 despite efforts from their bullpen.
Despite the pressures of being on the brink of elimination, Coach Kim is rallying his team. He emphasized the need for a win to extend their playoff run, expressing a commitment to utilize all available pitchers, including the possibility of Ryu Hyun-jin making an appearance from the bullpen. The team is determined to shift the momentum in their favor and earn the chance to advance to Games 6 and 7 at Jamsil Baseball Stadium.
As the Eagles finalize their lineup, pitcher Moon Dong-ju is included alongside key players such as Son A-seop, Luis Liberato, and Noh Si-hwan, among others. Comments from Coach Kim indicate confidence in his players, highlighting the importance of timely performance as they face this must-win situation.
With fierce determination and a focused strategy, the Hanwha Eagles aim to turn their fortunes around in Game 5, hoping to continue their pursuit of the championship title and defy the odds stacked against them.