"Both the beginning and the end are Lotte; I will never forget the fans' love" Kim Min-sung also departs, retirement ceremony to be held at Sajik against LG on the 9th

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He played for Nexen Heroes (the former name of Kiwoom) and the LG Twins, but returned to his original team, the Lotte Giants, in his final years. He has decided to leave the field with his original team after completing his 20th season.

The Lotte Giants announced that they will hold a retirement ceremony for Kim Min-sung (38) at their home game against the LG Twins at Busan Sajik Stadium on the 9th.

Kim was drafted by the Lotte Giants in the second round, second pick of the 2007 rookie draft and joined the team. He moved teams via trade. He played nine seasons wearing the Nexen uniform in 2010, and subsequently moved to LG where he played five seasons. Kim, who also handled the role of an infield utility player, delivered outstanding performances. He returned to his original team in 2024.

Although his last three seasons left some regrets, he was ultimately able to conclude his career with his original team. Over a 20-year KBO League career spanning 1,844 games, he recorded a batting average of .266, 1,476 hits, 137 home runs, and 772 RBIs. In particular, he received great love from fans by performing impressively in crucial moments in 2025.

Kim Min-sung, who is about to retire, shared his thoughts, saying, "It is meaningful that both the beginning and the end are Lotte." He added, "Thanks to the unforgettable love of the fans, I was able to stand on the field for a long time of 20 years. I sincerely thank you all, the fans."

Following Kim Tae-hyuk (formerly known as Kim Sang-soo), who held his retirement ceremony on the 29th of last month, Lotte is once again bidding farewell to a Veteran. With Manager Kim Tae-hyung's contract also set to expire at the end of this season, a wave of major change appears to be blowing in.

On the day of the retirement ceremony, the 9th, a fan signing event will be held starting at 12:20 p.m. before the game on the first-floor media wall of Sajik Stadium. Participants in the signing event will be selected by lottery from among fans who submitted memories with player Kim Min-sung through the Lotte Giants official app. Subsequently, bouquets will be presented to both teams' rosters, a video of his career highlights will be shown, and his retirement speech will be read. Kim Min-sung's family members will perform the ceremonial first pitch and first bat.

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