"Unbelievable" — KT's Han Seung-taek: His first career postseason hit was a home run in the Korea Series! → 0-for-8 as a member of KIA [KS1 On-Site]

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KT Wiz catcher Han Seung-taek (32) marked his first career postseason hit with a massive home run on the grandest stage.

In Game 1 of the 2026 Shinhan SOL KBO Postseason Korea Series (best-of-seven), held on the 3rd at Suwon KT Wiz Park, Han started as the eighth hitter and catcher, delivering a satisfying solo shot over the fence.

With his team leading 5-0 in the bottom of the fifth inning, Han stepped to the plate with two outs and no runners on base. He swung without hesitation at a 138 km/h slider from opposing pitcher Jang Chan-hee that was located right down the middle. The ball, struck squarely by the bat's sweet spot, sailed well over the left-center field wall for a solo home run. It was a blow that sealed the game, extending the lead to 6-0.

In particular, this home run holds very special significance in Han's personal career. Including his time as a member of KIA, Han had been hitless in eight at-bats across six career postseason games. The first hit he finally produced on the autumn baseball stage turned out to be the home run that solidified KT's advantage in the Korea Series.

Beyond his ironclad defensive play behind the plate, Han also displayed a surprising power-hitting instinct at the batter's box. His lightning-fast blast turned Suwon KT Wiz Park into a cauldron of excitement.

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