Lee Jeong-hoo Joins Ohtani, Judge on WBC Stage
Tokyo Dome is displaying photos of top MLB players participating in the 2026 World Baseball Classic, including San Francisco Giants outfielder Lee Jeong-hoo, alongside Shohei Ohtani of the LA Dodgers and Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees.
Korean Captain Honored Alongside Baseball’s Elite
The Tokyo Dome, preparing for the start of Group C games on March 5th, is showcasing promotional materials featuring players from around the world. Photos of leading MLB superstars adorn the stadium, recognizing their participation in the tournament.
Among the players featured are Ohtani and Judge, recent American League and National League MVP award winners, respectively, as well as Juan Soto and Yoshinobu Yamamoto. Lee Jeong-hoo’s inclusion among these stars is noteworthy.
Lee Jeong-hoo has been named captain of the Korean national baseball team for this tournament. Coach Ryu Ji-hyun praised Lee, stating I will abandon the captaincy to Lee Jeong-hoo
and I believe he is the most advanced player representing the Republic of Korea.
Lee signed a six-year, $113 million contract with the Giants in December 2023.
Despite being limited to 37 games in his debut season due to injury, Lee played in 150 games last season, recording a .266 batting average with 8 home runs and 55 RBIs. He finished second on the team in hits with 149.
Korea’s WBC Schedule
The Korean national team begins its WBC Group C schedule on March 5th, facing the Czech Republic. They will then play Japan on March 7th, Taiwan on March 8th, and Australia on March 9th, all in an effort to secure one of the two qualifying spots for the quarterfinals.
FAQ
- Who is the captain of the Korean national baseball team? Lee Jeong-hoo.
- Which MLB players are featured alongside Lee Jeong-hoo at Tokyo Dome? Shohei Ohtani and Aaron Judge, among others.
- When does Korea’s WBC schedule initiate? March 5th against the Czech Republic.