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May 25, 2026

Ex-MLB Star Hiura Joins KBO’s Kiwoom Heroes

Former Milwaukee Brewers slugger Keston Hiura has signed with the Kiwoom Heroes to boost their struggling offense. The 29-year-old American replaces Trenton Brooks and brings serious power credentials—he hit 19 home runs in just 84 games as a rookie in 2019. The Heroes ranked last in the KBO with only 27 home runs through May, so Hiura's arrival is meant to shake things up.
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If you're a baseball fan in Korea or curious about the KBO, this shows how the league recruits foreign talent to strengthen teams and make the league more competitive.
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