KBO managers reflect ahead of last regular-season rival showdown at iconic Seoul stadium

SEOUL, Oct. 7 (Yonhap) -- As the final regular-season showdown between two Seoul rivals approached at the historic Jamsil Baseball Stadium, the managers of the LG Twins and Doosan Bears reflected on their experiences at the iconic venue. The stadium, which will be demolished after this KBO season, has been the home ground for the Bears since their relocation from Daejeon in 1985.

The upcoming match could have postseason implications, as the Twins currently lead the standings while the Bears sit two games behind in fifth place. Twins manager Youm Kyoung-youb emphasized the significance of the game, stating that they must secure a victory to retain their lead. Youm also remembered his successful tenure at Jamsil, including leading the Twins to two Korean Series titles and his first career hit at the stadium in 1991.

Meanwhile, Bears manager Kim Won-hyong, a prominent pitcher in the 1990s, shared that while he had few personal memories at Jamsil, the match's importance was evident in the context of the teams' current positions and the impending postseason.