Lee Dae-ho
South Korean baseball player with success in Japan
Born
June 21st, 1982
43 years ago
Category
Athletes & Sports Figures
Country
South Korea
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A professional baseball player, this individual played primarily as a first baseman and designated hitter. Career highlights include significant contributions in the Korean Baseball Organization (KBO) and Major League Baseball (MLB). Achievements include leading the Lotte Giants to multiple playoff appearances and participating in the 2017 World Baseball Classic, where performance added to a reputable career. In Japan, played for the Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks, winning the Japan Series.
KBO League MVP in 2010
Japan Series champion with Fukuoka SoftBank Hawks in 2017
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