The retirement ceremony for KT Wiz championship captain Hwang Jae-gyun was held on the 13th at Suwon KT Wiz Park.
Registered that day on the special roster for retiring players, Hwang Jae-gyun came to the plate as a pinch hitter for shortstop Kwon Dong-jin with one out and no runners in the bottom of the sixth, with KT leading 5-2. It was his first appearance in 345 days since the game against the Hanwha Eagles in Suwon on Oct. 3 last year. Not only the home KT fans but also the visiting Lotte fans applauded his appearance, and Hwang Jae-gyun responded by removing his helmet and greeting toward third base and first base before stepping into the box.
Hwang Jae-gyun wipes away tears while delivering his retirement remarks. Sept. 13, 2026
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