Doosan Bears announced their lineup for the March 22 exhibition game against the KIA Tigers at Jamsil Stadium in Seoul, part of the 2026 KBO League preparations.
Key Lineup Highlights
The Bears selected Park Chan-ho at shortstop, Jeong Su-bin in center field, Daji Cameron in right field, Yang Ui-ji as catcher, Kim In-tae as designated hitter, Yang Seok-hwan at first base, Oh Myeong-jin at second base, Lee Byung-chan at third base, and Kim Min-seok in left field. This marks the second lineup appearance for Park Chan-ho this spring.
Officials expressed hope for a strong performance from catcher Yang Ui-ji, while new left fielder Kim Min-seok, acquired in a major trade, earns his first start.
Kris Flexen Takes the Mound
Kris Flexen starts for Doosan, signing a long-term deal worth approximately 1.4 billion won ahead of the 2026 season. In 2020 with Doosan, he posted an 8-4 record over 21 games with a 3.01 ERA, serving as postseason ace. After six seasons with the Mariners, he returns as the first rotation pitcher. Flexen holds a 1.23 ERA over two exhibition outings.
Doosan bolstered its roster with additions like Tamura Ichiro, Kim Taek-yeon, Choi Jun-ho, Park Sin-ji, and Lee Byung-hyeon.
Exhibition Standings Update
Doosan sits second in exhibition play with six wins and three losses. KIA ranks tied for eighth at three wins, one tie, and five losses. Doosan fell 6-11 to KIA in their most recent matchup.
