The LG Twins have announced that they have re-signed foreign players Austin Dean and Eliecer Hernandez for the 2025 KBO League season. Dean has signed a one-year deal worth a total of $1.7 million, while Hernandez has agreed to a one-year contract worth $1.3 million.   

Austin Dean, who joined the LG Twins in 2023, has been a consistent force in the team's lineup. In his two seasons with the Twins, he has appeared in 279 games, hitting .316 with 331 hits, 55 home runs, and 227 RBIs. In the 2024 season, he set a new franchise record with 132 RBIs and was crowned the KBO League's RBI champion.

Eliecer Hernandez joined the Twins as a replacement foreign player during the 2024 season. In 11 appearances, he recorded a 3-2 record with 1 save, 1 hold, and a 4.02 ERA over 47 innings pitched. Hernandez was particularly impressive in the postseason, pitching 7.1 scoreless innings in five playoff games, including two saves and one hold.

“I’m thrilled to be back with the LG Twins for the 2025 season,” said Austin Dean. “I'm excited to continue to contribute to the team's success and provide our fans with exciting baseball. I'm truly grateful for the unwavering support from the fans and my family.”

Hernandez expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to return to the Twins. "Even though it was a short time, I will always remember the passion of the LG Twins fans," he said. "I'm grateful to have the chance to meet them again next season. I will do my best to repay the fans' passionate support by wearing the LG Twins uniform again."

The LG Twins expressed their satisfaction with the re-signing of both players. “Both players have fulfilled their roles perfectly in the 2024 season," said a team official. "They have adapted to the KBO League very well and we expect them to continue their excellent performance next season. Not only are they talented players, but they are also great teammates who will have a positive impact on the team's chemistry."

With the re-signing of Dean and Hernandez, the LG Twins have completed their foreign player roster for the 2025 season. The team is confident that the duo will continue to be key contributors as they strive for another successful season. 

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