{
  "id": 15763882,
  "title": "Ugly loss by KBO champions closes book on iconic stadium",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/ugly-loss-by-kbo-champions-closes-book-on-iconic-stadium-15763882",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-20T16:22:03.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Korea Times",
    "slug": "the-korea-times",
    "url": "https://www.koreatimes.co.kr/sports/20261021/ugly-loss-by-kbo-champions-closes-book-on-iconic-stadium"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The defending South Korean baseball champions, the LG Twins, suffered a crushing 13-1 defeat to the visiting Kia Tigers in Game 3 of the first round of the KBO postseason, marking the end of an era at their home stadium, Jamsil Baseball Stadium. This 3-0 sweep by the Tigers effectively ended the Twins' pursuit of their second consecutive Korean Series title. Jamsil, which opened its gates in 1982, had been the site of numerous memorable championship moments, hosting both the LG Twins and their co-tenants, the Doosan Bears. The Twins had secured the 2023 Korean Series title at Jamsil, their first victory since 1994, but this loss marks the last official game to be played at the iconic stadium, which will be demolished after this season to make way for a new dome. The Kia Tigers capitalized on their opportunity, scoring a crucial seven-run inning to secure their victory.",
  "summary": "As the defending South Korean baseball champion LG Twins bowed out early in the postseason Tuesday night, the exit also closed the book on their iconic home park in the capital city, Jamsil Baseball Stadium. The Twins absorbed a 13-1 loss to the visiting Kia Tigers in Game 3 of the first round in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) postseason Tuesday. It completed the Tigers' three-game sweep…",
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      {
        "outlet": "The Korea Times",
        "title": "Ugly loss by KBO champions closes book on iconic stadium",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/20/ugly-loss-by-kbo-champions-closes-book-on-iconic-stadium-15759627",
        "published": "2026-10-20T15:47:02.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}