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Today’s KBO News Roundup (July 20)

Hanwha signs Zimmermann

On July 20, 2026 the Hanwha Eagles announced the signing of former MLB left-hander Bruce Zimmermann. Zimmermann, 29, said he wants to prove himself in the high-level Asian league, and the club said it expects him to contribute as a left-handed starter.

KT sweeps 4-game Jamsil set, 7th straight win

KT Wiz beat LG 4-1 on July 19 at Jamsil to complete a four-game sweep there and extend their winning streak to seven games, moving into second place as of the close of play on July 19. Starter Go Young-pyo delivered six steady innings, and a long hit from Jang Sung-woo produced the key runs.

KIA rallies past SSG 9-5

The KIA Tigers rallied for a 9-5 win at SSG on July 19 in Incheon, marking their third straight victory. Na Sung-bum hit a three-run shot to change the momentum, and Harold Castro added an insurance homer as KIA’s offense came alive in the later innings to turn the game around.