KBO players' association blasts Kiwoom Heroes for questionable practices

The Korean baseball players' association criticized a Seoul-based professional club for its questionable operating practices, saying the team would further damage the country's top league if it continued down that path.

2025-07-16

Kiwoom Heroes dismiss manager Hong Won-ki after 17 years with franchise

The Kiwoom Heroes, once a force in Korean professional baseball, are now unraveling at speed. The struggling club fired manager Hong Won-ki, 52, ending his 17-year run with the franchise and signaling a desperate attempt at reinvention.

2025-07-15

Kakao founder and three others summoned in probe involving ex-first lady

Special counsel Min Joong-ki’s team investigating former first lady Kim Keon Hee has summoned four prominent business figures for questioning, including tech giant Kakao founder Kim Beom-su.

2025-07-14

On temporary KBO deal, Heroes pitcher Wells trying to stay present

Lachlan Wells, new pitcher for the Kiwoom Heroes, embraces his temporary KBO role, focusing on performance and adapting to the league following his recent debut amid high expectations.

2025-06-27

Heroes sign ex-MLB player Stone Garrett as temporary injury replacement

The Kiwoom Heroes announced Thursday that they have signed former major leaguer Stone Garrett as a temporary injury replacement for Ruben Cardenas, who is out for about six weeks.

2025-06-05

BOK poised to cut 2025 growth outlook to below 1 percent

The Bank of Korea may reduce its 2025 growth forecast to below 1 percent due to weak consumption and U.S. tariffs.

2025-05-25

Hanwha Eagles extend winning streak to 12 games with heavy win over Kiwoom Heroes

The Hanwha Eagles extended their winning streak to 12 games on Sunday with an 8-0 rout of the Kiwoom Heroes at Gocheok Sky Dome in western Seoul, retaining their frontrunner spot with a 20-2 record over their last 22 games.

2025-05-12

The Boyz's Kevin strikes out with fans at Kiwoom Heroes game, issues apology

Kevin, a member of K-pop group The Boyz, apologized Wednesday after sparking controversy by referencing the Kia Tigers while participating in a ceremonial first pitch event hosted by the Kiwoom Heroes on Saturday.

2025-04-23