After the three consecutive KIA games, whether Liberato or Floral Kim Kyung-moon, the decision was made after a meeting

Jul 08, 2025

After the three consecutive KIA games, whether Liberato or Floral Kim Kyung-moon, the decision was made after a meeting
KBO League Kiwoom and Hanwha at Gocheok Dome in Seoul on the 5th. Hanwha Liberato hit an RBI double in the top of the ninth inning. Gocheok =Reporter Song Jeong-heon@sportschosun.com/2025.07.05/



"After three consecutive KIA games, having a meeting with the coaching staff..."

Is it Liberato or Floral. What's the decision of Hanwha Eagles.

Hanwha confirmed its first place in the first half of the year in 33 years. The All-Star break will be held after the three consecutive games against the KIA Tigers, which will be held at home match starting on the 8th. Coach Kim Kyung-moon, who met ahead of the match against KIA on the 8th, said "I don't think it's time to be congratulated (for ranking first in the first half of the first half). First of all, we need to finish the three consecutive games against KIA and rest well in the All-Star break to prepare for the second half of the game."




And in Hanwha, the time for a decision is approaching. It's about whether to replace foreign batters.

Hanwha brought in substitute Liberato for a short six-week period due to Floral's injury. He has been active since the 22nd of last month. But it's a sign that it's a big hit. He has a batting average of 42 home runs and 10 RBIs in 12 games. The center fielder's defense is also stable. If this good performance continues, Liberato can be fully recruited on behalf of Floral.

Coincidentally, Floral, who went on maternity leave in the United States, returned home on the 8th. After the final examination of the injured finger, the training schedule is set according to the club's decision. Until now, he is scheduled to join Seosan's second-tier camp on the 13th after participating in the All-Star Game.




After the three consecutive KIA games, whether Liberato or Floral Kim Kyung-moon, the decision was made after a meeting
Hanwha Floral hits a double and cheers at the bottom of the fourth inning at KIA Champions Field in Gwangju on the 8th. Gwangju = Reporter's wook@sportschosun.com/2025.06.08/
There is still time because it is a six-week contract. However, coach Kim said, "(After watching the three consecutive KIA games), I think we should make a decision after a meeting with the coaching staff. I'll think about it a lot."

In order for Hanwha to fully recruit Riverato, it must notify Riverato that it will exercise its right to hold it in the fifth week of the contract. And you can decide when the six-week contract ends. By the end of July, the fifth week, there is plenty of time to ponder. Then, why did head coach Kim say he would decide with which player to play with at the end of the first half, while there is still a lot of time left.

If you have a clear mind on one side, players can focus more on the game and the team is expected to draw conclusions internally to minimize confusion. If Liberato is sure to like it, he may have a full replacement early, but there is no need to push for a full replacement until the end of the six-week contract in preparation for variables such as injuries.




Meanwhile, Floral, who was named the All-Star Best 12, will not be able to play due to injury issues. Instead, Kiwoom Heroes Lee Joo-hyung will participate. Instead, Floral will visit the All-Star Game site and enjoy the festival with the players.





This article was translated by Naver AI translator.