KBO League Teams Poised for Historic Postseason Run
Seoul, South Korea – June 23, 2025 – The LG Twins, Lotte giants, and KIA Tigers are on the verge of making KBO League history, potentially all reaching the postseason (PS) for the first time together.This unprecedented achievement would mark the first time three teams have qualified for the playoffs in the same season in 43 years [[1]].
Currently, the teams are tightly clustered in the league standings.The Hanwha Eagles lead with 43 wins, closely followed by the LG Twins (42 wins) and the Lotte Giants (41 wins). the KIA Tigers are also in contention,holding fourth place with 38 wins [[2]].
While a similar scenario occurred in 1995 with LG, Lotte, and Haitai (now KIA) finishing in the top four, the current situation is unique as the teams are closely matched, potentially necessitating a semi-playoff round.
The success of LG and KIA was largely anticipated, having recently contended for championships. However, Lotte’s potential entry into the postseason is particularly noteworthy, as the team has not participated in the fall baseball since 2018, enduring the longest playoff drought in club history [[3]].
Key Takeaways:
Historic Potential: The LG Twins, Lotte Giants, and KIA Tigers could all reach the postseason in the same year for the first time in KBO League history.
Tight Standings: The teams are closely ranked, increasing the likelihood of a competitive playoff race.
* Lotte’s Drought: Lotte Giants are attempting to break a seven-year postseason drought, the longest in franchise history
