SF Giants Eye Seoul Series as Lee Jung-hoo Impact Grows 2026

San Francisco is his home now, but the Giants want to bring Lee Jung-hoo back to where it all started. On Jan. 7, 2026, the club's top brass landed in South Korea, signaling a massive push to host an MLB game in Seoul.

San Francisco Giants Seoul Series Strategic Interest

Larry Baer, President and CEO of the San Francisco Giants, confirmed during a press conference in Icheon that Korea is at the top of their list for future international games. Accompanying him were baseball operations chief Buster Posey and manager Tony Vitello. Baer noted that Lee Jung-hoo has already made a "significant impact" despite only having two seasons in the big leagues.

Bridging Baseball and Business in Korea

The visit isn't just about diplomacy; it's about expansion. Baer revealed the club's been meeting with Seoul-based companies. "You can be ready to see signs for companies that'll be very familiar to you" at Oracle Park, he said. This indicates a growing synergy between the Giants and Korean corporate giants, fueled by the popularity of their star outfielder.

Posey, a three-time World Series champion, praised the country's deep-rooted passion for the sport. Meanwhile, Lee Jung-hoo hosted the visiting crew at a local market and ran a clinic for his alma mater, Whimoon High School. Vitello, hired in October, added that a confident Lee is one of the most fun players to watch in Major League Baseball.