# KIA Tigers and Hanwha Eagles KBO activities

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/kia-tigers-and-hanwha-eagles-kbo-activities
> Updated: 2026-08-20T14:58:50.000Z. Sources: 2. Developments: 2.

The KIA Tigers and Hanwha Eagles engaged in a player trade involving infielder Haji-seok and reliever Lee Hyung-beom to address specific roster needs. KIA sought infield depth, while Hanwha aimed to bolster its bullpen.

Following the trade, the teams experienced different competitive shifts in the KBO League. Hanwha Eagles secured a 15-11 comeback victory against the LG Twins to end a six-game losing streak. Concurrently, the KIA Tigers moved into third place, supported by Kim Do-young’s home run production and Lee Eui-lee’s transition into a scoreless closer role.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-20: KBO League: Hanwha Eagles secure comeback win as KIA Tigers climb to third

The Hanwha Eagles snapped a six-game losing streak with a massive 15-11 comeback win over the LG Twins, while the KIA Tigers surged into third place behind Kim Do-young and Lee Eui-lee.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kbo-league-hanwha-eagles-secure-comeback-win-as-kia-tigers-climb-to-third

### 2026-07-23: KIA Tigers acquire infielder Haji‑seok in trade with Hanwha Eagles

KIA Tigers trade for infielder Haji‑seok, sending reliever Lee Hyung‑beom to Hanwha Eagles; both clubs cite roster needs and recent performance.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/kia-tigers-acquire-infielder-hajiseok-in-trade-with-hanwha-eagles

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