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'2027 KBO Rookie Draft' was held on the 21st at the World Crystal Ball Room of Lotte Hotel Seoul in Songpa-gu, Seoul.
After Ha Hyun-seung (Busan High) was selected as the overall first pick by Kiwoom, he is seen wearing a Kiwoom uniform with the assistance of General Manager Heo Seung-pil.
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