# Kim Do-young Hits Two Homers as KIA Takes Game 1 Over LG

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- Published: 2026-10-18T14:06:10.649Z
- Publisher: Hallyu Brief

> KIA Tigers infielder Kim Do-young hit two home runs and drove in four runs to lead the team to a Game 1 win over the LG Twins in the Korean Series semifinal.

## Key points

1. Kim Do-young hit a go-ahead solo homer off Tolhurst in the early innings.
2. His 126-meter eighth-inning home run off Jang Hyeon-sik was a major blow.
3. KIA now has a 70% chance of reaching the playoffs and will play Game 2 at home.

## What happened in Game 1?

KIA beat LG in Game 1 of the Korean Series semifinal, taking an early lead in the series. Kim Do-young was the difference, going 3-for-3 with two home runs and four runs batted in.

## How did Kim Do-young decide the game?

After an early solo home run exchange, Kim Do-young hit a go-ahead solo homer to left field on the first pitch he saw from Tolhurst. In the sixth inning he added a sacrifice fly off Woo Kang-hoon, and in the eighth he launched a 126-meter homer to center field off Jang Hyeon-sik's forkball.

| Inning | Pitcher | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Early | Tolhurst | Go-ahead solo HR |
| 6th | Woo Kang-hoon | Sacrifice fly, RBI |
| 8th | Jang Hyeon-sik | 126m solo HR |

## What did the managers say?

LG manager Yeom Kyeong-yeop said his team could not stop Kim Do-young, who took advantage of mistake pitches, and promised more detailed preparation for Game 2. KIA manager Lee Beom-ho stressed that the series is far from over and that the team must convert winnable games into wins.

## What comes next?

KIA has a 70% probability of reaching the playoffs, according to the report, and will look to go 2-0 in the series at home.

## For international fans

Kim Do-young is one of the KBO League's most watched infielders. The Korean Series semifinal is the stage where teams fight for a spot in the playoffs, so Game 2 will be a key test for both clubs.

## FAQ

### Who is Kim Do-young?

Kim Do-young is an infielder for the KIA Tigers in the KBO League. In Game 1 of the Korean Series semifinal, he hit two home runs and drove in four runs.

### Where can I watch KIA vs. LG games?

Korean Series games are broadcast in Korea on sports networks and streamed on official league platforms. Check your local listings for availability in your country.

## Sources

- [YTN](https://www.ytn.co.kr/_ln/0107_202610171912503457)

_Written and translated with AI from official announcements and Korean media reports. If something is wrong, please let us know._