Korea Joongang Daily
Korea JoongAng Daily

Landers sign American pitcher Veneziano, terminate deal with VerHagen over failed physical

The SSG Landers announced Tuesday they have signed former major league pitcher Anthony Veneziano as their new foreign-born starter and terminated an earlier deal with Drew VerHagen over a failed physical.

2026-01-20

Landers considering replacing new American pitcher over health issue

The SSG Landers said Tuesday they will consider replacing their new American pitcher, Drew VerHagen, over an undisclosed health issue.

2026-01-13

Veteran KBO pitchers Kim, Noh change meaning of 'Young 40' from insult to inspiration

The phrase “Young 40” often carries a bit of ridicule, referring to those who try too hard to appear young. On the mound, however, Noh Kyoung-eun and Kim Jin-sung are giving it a different meaning, pitching deep into careers most players never reach.

2026-01-01

For Landers pitcher and holds leader Noh Kyung-eun, age is just a number

Baseball rarely makes room for pitchers in their 40s. Noh Kyung-eun has forced it to, finishing the season as the KBO leader in holds at 41, beating his own record last year to remain the oldest player to claim the feat.

2025-12-03

Lions manager sings praises of unsung heroes after winning KBO postseason series

The Samsung Lions eliminated the SSG Landers in their KBO postseason series Tuesday with two late home runs by sluggers Lewin Diaz and Lee Jae-hyeon.

2025-10-15

Ace right-handers set for duel in pivotal KBO postseason game

In a critical KBO postseason matchup, the SSG Landers face the Samsung Lions, with both teams tied. Acclaimed pitchers Won Tae-in and Drew Anderson will start for their respective teams.

2025-10-12

Landers ace Anderson close to full recovery after stomach flu, says manager

SSG Landers manager Lee Sung-yong said Saturday his ace Drew Anderson is nearly back to full health after a recent bout with stomach flu.

2025-10-11

Choi finally shows up strong in postseason as Lions top Landers

Samsung Lions pitcher Choi Won-tae shrugged off his reputation as a postseason underperformer on Thursday, delivering a dominant six-inning shutout to lead his side to a 5—2 victory over the SSG Landers in Game 1 of the first round.

2025-10-10

KBO playoff race intensifies as teams vie for top positions

The race to clinch a top-five finish in the KBO is entering its final stretch — and it’s anyone’s game.

2025-09-09

Landers sign manager Lee Sung-yong to extension

The SSG Landers announced Wednesday they have signed manager Lee Sung-yong to a new extension that could keep him at the club for as long as three years.

2025-09-03