[B Behind the Scenes★] 41-year-old Kang Min-ho breaks down in tears over fractured rib and bleeding... "In any case, we did it." He finally let go of a long-held frustration.

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At the moment Samsung reclaimed the Korean Series throne after 12 years, veteran catcher Kang Min-ho shed tears.

On the 8th, at Daegu Samsung Lions Park, Samsung defeated KT Wiz 12-1 in Game 5 of the "2026 Shinhan SOL KBO Korean Series (KS)," securing a series record of four wins and one loss to finally claim the championship.

Veteran catcher Kang Min-ho, who lifted the Korean Series championship trophy for the first time after 23 years since his professional debut, embraced his teammates with tears welling up in his eyes.

In a post-game interview, Kang Min-ho said through tears, "This is my first championship ring after stepping onto the professional stage as a member of the Lotte Giants in 2004, a wait of no less than 23 years. With retirement really not far off, I am truly happy to be able to put on a ring after 23 years." He also revealed behind-the-scenes details: "I had a hairline fracture in my rib and torn muscles with blood pooling. As we entered the postseason, all players became one, sacrificing for each other while playing the games." He added, "It is truly wonderful that such a precious, movie-like event has happened in my life."

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