The NC Dinos are a professional South Korean baseball team based in Changwon and competing in the KBO League. Founded in 2011, the team is owned by video game developer NCSoft Corporation and plays its home games at Changwon NC Park.
The team has quickly become one of the most successful franchises in the KBO, winning the Korean Series in 2020, and the Korean Series MVP Award in 2020, 2021 and 2022. With their strong fan base and talented players, the NC Dinos are sure to remain a force to be reckoned with in the KBO for years to come.
1. Nick Martini
Outfielder
Nick Martini was born in Crystal Lake, Illinois, in 1990. He played college baseball at the University of Illinois. He was drafted by the Oakland Athletics in the 2010 MLB draft.
He made his MLB debut with the Athletics on June 6, 2018. He played in 21 games for the Athletics in 2018, batting .196 with one home run and four RBIs. He was traded to the Nashville Sounds on July 31, 2018.
He played in 48 games for the Sounds in 2018, batting .269 with six home runs and 25 RBIs. He was signed by the Dinos of the Korea Baseball Organization in April 2022. He has played in 128 games for the Dinos in seven seasons, batting .269 with 88 home runs and 330 RBIs.
Nick Martini is a first baseman who has spent most of his professional career in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO).
He has played for the Oakland Athletics and San Diego Padres in the MLB, and is currently a member of the NC Dinos. Nick Martini is a 29-year-old first baseman who has spent the past six seasons in the KBO.
He has averaged .296 with 16 home runs and 85 RBIs in that time. Nick Martini was signed by the Oakland Athletics as a free agent in 2018.
He made his MLB debut with the Athletics in 2019, and played in 31 games. Martini was traded to the Padres in July 2019. He has played in 22 games for San Diego, and is expected to be sidelined for several weeks due to an injury.
Martini was born in the United States but grew up in Italy. He played college baseball at the University of Miami, and was drafted by the Athletics in the seventh round of the 2010 MLB Draft. Nick Martini is a two-time All-Star in the KBO.
He was named to the All-Star team in both 2017 and 2018. The NC Dinos acquired Nick Martini from the Padres in a trade on July 9th.
He is expected to join the team for their upcoming series against the LG Twins. Nick Martini is a member of the Italian national team, and played in the 2017 World Baseball Classic.
He also played in the 2018 World Baseball Classic. Nick Martini is a first baseman who is known for his power and ability to hit for a high batting average. He is a potential candidate for the MVP award in the KBO this season.
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2. Na Sung-bum
Career
- 6× KBO All-Star (2013–2018), 2× KBO Golden Glove Award (2014–15)
Na Sung-bum is a 33-year-old center fielder who has played for the Kia Tigers since 2013. He has a batting average of .313 and has 233 home runs in 602 career games.
Na Sung-bum was born in South Korea and played college baseball at Yonsei University. He was drafted by the NC Dinos in the fourth round of the 2013 KBO Draft. Na Sung-bum made his KBO debut with the NC Dinos in 2013 and has since played for the Kia Tigers and the Hanwha Eagles.
He was traded to the Tigers in 2018. Na Sung-bum has been a key part of the Tigers' playoff runs in both 2018 and 2019. He hit a home run in the Tigers' 3-2 win in the 2019 Korean Series, and helped the team to a championship in the same season. Na Sung-bum is a left-handed hitter and throws left-handed.
He is a defensive specialist who is known for his strong throwing arm.
3. Park Min-woo
NC Dinos
Career
- KBO Rookie of the Year (2014), KBO League Golden Glove Award (2019)
Park Min-woo is a 29-year-old infielder for the NC Dinos in the KBO. Park Min-woo made his KBO debut with the Dinos in 2013, and has since played for the team for four seasons.
Park Min-woo has a batting average of .268 with 24 home runs and 87 RBI in 467 games. Park Min-woo has been a consistent contributor for the Dinos, and is currently their second-highest hitter.
Park Min-woo is a left-handed hitter and throws right-handed. Park Min-woo is a native of South Korea, and is eligible for the South Korea national team. Park Min-woo is a two-time KBO All-Star, and was also named the KBO's Most Valuable Player in 2016.
Park Min-woo is expected to continue his success with the Dinos in the future, and is a player to watch in the KBO. Park Min-woo is a right-handed batter who primarily bats left-handed. He has played for the NC Dinos since 2012 and is one of the most consistent players in the KBO.
Park Min-woo has played in two World Series, with the NC Dinos winning in 2016. Park Min-woo has had a very successful career in the KBO, with 28 home runs and 386 RBIs. Park Min-woo is a four-time KBO League Golden Glove Award recipient, and is one of the best defensive players in the league.
Park Min-woo is a natural leader on and off the field, and has been a key part of the NC Dinos' success over the past few years.
4. Yang Eui-ji
Doosan Bears
Career
- 2x Korean Series MVP (2016, 2020), KBO Rookie of the Year (2010), KBO batting title (2019), 5x KBO Golden Glove Award (2014–2016, 2018–2019)
Yang Eui-ji is a catcher for the Doosan Bears. He was born in Gwangju, South Korea on June 5, 1987. Yang has played in the Korea Baseball Organization since 2007.
Yang has a batting average of .307 and has hit 1,546 hits in his KBO career. Yang has 228 home runs in his KBO career and 944 RBI. Yang was awarded the Golden Glove Award in 2015.
Yang is a three-time KBO All-Star. Yang Eui-ji is a two-time Korean Series MVP and batting champion. Yang Eui-ji was a rookie sensation when he led the KBO in batting in 2010. Yang Eui-ji has been a perennial All-Star and is one of the most respected players in the league.
Yang Eui-ji has been part of the Korean Police Baseball Team for a number of years. Yang Eui-ji is currently a member of the Doosan Bears. Yang Eui-ji is a two-time gold medalist for his country in the World Baseball Classic. Yang Eui-ji is a crucial part of the Doosan Bears' success over the past few years.
Yang Eui-ji is a leader on and off the field and a fan favorite. Yang Eui-ji is a native of South Korea and is one of the most popular players in the league.
5. Park Kun-woo
Doosan Bears
Park Kun-woo is a right fielder for the NC Dinos in the KBO league. He was born on September 8, 1990 in South Korea. He has played for the NC Dinos since he made his debut in 2010.
Park has batted and thrown right-handed. He has a batting average of .236 and a slugging percentage of .374. Park has scored 118 runs and driven in 132 in 330 games played. He has been selected to the KBO All-Star team twice.
In the 2013 season, Park was named the KBO Player of the Year. Park is a member of the South Korea national baseball team. Park Kun-woo is a right-handed pitcher who stands at 6-foot-3 and weighs 195 pounds. He was drafted by the Doosan Bears in the 2009 KBO Draft.
Park has pitched in the KBO for the Doosan Bears since 2009. He has a record of 119-59. In the 2013 KBO season, Park had a record of 16-4 with a 2.87 ERA. In the 2018 KBO season, Park had a record of 21-4 with a 2.49 ERA. In the 2019 KBO season, Park had a record of 17-4 with a 2.40 ERA.
In the 2020 KBO season, Park had a record of 18-4 with a 2.35 ERA. In the 2021 KBO season, Park had a record of 20-4 with a 2.30 ERA. Park signed a contract extension with the Doosan Bears in March of 2021.
6. Son Ah-seop
NC Dinos
Career
- 4x KBO League Golden Glove Award (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014), 2× KBO hits leader (2012, 2013)
Son Ah-seop was born on March 18, 1988 in Busan, South Korea. He played in the KBO for the Lotte Giants from 2007-2019. Son Ah-seop has a batting average of .322 and has hit 148 home runs in his career.
Son Ah-seop was a part of the South Korean team that won the 2017 World Baseball Classic. He is currently a free agent and is looking to return to the KBO. Son Ah-seop has made a huge impact on the KBO and is one of the most well-known players in the league.
Son Ah-seop is a South Korean professional baseball outfielder who currently plays for the Lotte Giants. Son Ah-seop made his professional debut with the Lotte Giants in 2007 and has since played for the club in all three Korean Baseball Leagues (KBO, NPB, and LCP).
3.Son Ah-seop is a three-time KBO League Golden Glove Award winner and two-time KBO hits leader.
Son Ah-seop was named to the South Korea national baseball team for the first time in 2015 and has since played in at least one international tournament each year. Son Ah-seop is a two-time winner of the Best Nine Award, given to the best defensive player in the KBO League.
Son Ah-seop is reportedly in the final stages of negotiation to sign a contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers.
7. No Jin-hyuk
Lotte Giants
No Jin-hyuk made his professional baseball debut with the NC Dinos in 2009. He has played shortstop for the Dinos since then, and has had an up-and-down career.
In 2016, he had a breakout season, batting .295 with 20 home runs and 80 RBI. He is a free agent this offseason and is expected to test the free agent market. No Jin-hyuk is a left-handed hitter and throws right-handed.
No Jin-hyuk is a South Korean right-handed pitcher who has played for the NC Dinos in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO). He made his KBO debut in 2012 with the NC Dinos and has gone on to pitch for the team through 2019.
In 2019, No Jin-hyuk led the KBO in strikeouts with 176 and also ranked second in ERA with 2.85. No Jin-hyuk is a two-time KBO MVP and is often considered one of the best pitchers in the KBO. He has also been named to the KBO All-Star team on two occasions.
No Jin-hyuk is a South Korean national team player and has played in the 2012 and 2016 Summer Olympics. He made his international debut in 2012 and has since played in several international competitions.
No Jin-hyuk is often considered one of the best pitchers in the world and is a potential 2020 Olympic Gold Medal contender. He is currently signed to the NC Dinos through the 2019 season.
8. Drew Rucinski
NC Dinos
Career
- Korean Series champion (2020)
Drew Rucinski was signed by the Oakland Athletics in July of 2014. In his MLB debut, Rucinski pitched two innings and allowed one run. Rucinski has spent most of his MLB career as a reliever, with a total of 90 appearances.
In 2019, Rucinski made his KBO debut with the NC Dinos. Rucinski has a 3.51 ERA in 91 appearances in MLB and KBO. Rucinski was born in 1988 in Neenah, Wisconsin. He attended the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, where he played baseball and football.
Rucinski is married and has two children. Drew Rucinski is currently a free agent. Drew Rucinski is a pitcher who has spent the past four seasons with the NC Dinos. In that time, he has compiled a win-loss record of 4-4 and an earned run average of 5.33.
He has pitched in two Korean Series championships (2020, 2021) and struck out 157 batters in 57 innings. Rucinski is known for his hard-throwing style, and he has been praised for his ability to keep opposing hitters off balance.
He is currently in the middle of his fourth KBO season and is expected to continue pitching in the league for the next two years.
9. Eric Thames
Milwaukee Brewers
Career
- 2× KBO All-Star (2015, 2016), KBO MVP (2015), 2× KBO Golden Glove Award (2015, 2016), KBO Home run leader (2016), KBO Batting Champion (2015), KBO OBP leader (2015), 2× KBO SLG leader (2015, 2016), KBO Runs leader (2015)
Eric Thames was born in 1986 in Santa Clara, California. Thames made his MLB debut with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2011. Thames played in Korea for the NC Dinos in 2014 and the Yomiuri Giants in 2021.
Thames has a batting average of .241 and 96 home runs in MLB. Thames is a free agent and is likely to sign with a new team in the near future. Thames is an advanced hitter with power and speed. Thames is known for his exciting play on the field and is a fan favorite.
Thames is a versatile player who can play first base, outfield, and as a designated hitter. Thames is a leader on and off the field and is a integral part of the teams he has played for.
Eric Thames is a five-time All-Star and three-time Gold Glove winner in Korea. Thames was drafted in the first round of the 2009 MLB draft by the Milwaukee Brewers.
He made his MLB debut with the Brewers in 2011 and was named to the All-Star team in 2012. Thames was traded to the Toronto Blue Jays in 2012 and won three Gold Gloves with the team.
He was traded to the Seattle Mariners in 2014 and won another three Gold Gloves. He was traded to the NC Dinos in 2016 and won another three Gold Gloves. Thames was traded to the Milwaukee Brewers in 2017 and won his fourth Gold Glove.
He was traded to the Washington Nationals in 2020 and won his fifth and final Gold Glove. Thames is currently a free agent and is expected to sign with the Yomiuri Giants in Japan.
10. Lee Jae-hak
Career
- KBO Rookie of the Year (2013)
Lee Jae-hak is a pitcher for the NC Dinos. Lee made his KBO debut with the Doosan Bears in 2010. In 2017, Lee was named the KBO Pitcher of the Year. Lee has a career record of 33-24 with a 3.11 ERA and 291 strikeouts.
Lee is a right-handed pitcher. Lee was born in 1990 in Daegu, South Korea. Lee has been a key part of the NC Dinos' success in the KBO. Lee is a three-time KBO Pitcher of the Year. Lee is a dedicated athlete and is an ambassador for the NC Dinos.
Lee Jae-hak is a Korean-born pitcher who has played for the NC Dinos and Doosan Bears in the KBO. He has a 58–50 record with an ERA of 4.33 and 836 strikeouts. Lee was Rookie of the Year in 2013, and has been a consistent pitcher for the Doosan Bears.
Lee is known for his excellent control, and has been able to keep his teams in games. Lee is set to become a free agent after the 2019 season, and will be looking to continue his success in the KBO.
11. Wes Parsons
Colorado Rockies
Wes Parsons is a pitcher for the Atlanta Braves. He made his MLB debut on August 9, 2018. He has a 0-1 record with a 3.86 ERA in six games. He has also pitched for the Braves in the KBO, where he has a 1-0 record and a 2.56 ERA.
Wes Parsons is a right-handed pitcher. He was born on September 6, 1992. Wes Parsons has played in both the MLB and KBO. Wes Parsons has a 0-1 record with a 3.86 ERA in six games in MLB and a 1-0 record with a 2.56 ERA in six games in the KBO.
Wes Parsons is a free agent. Wes Parsons is a left-handed pitcher in the KBO who has had a successful career in the league. He has won five games and lost ten in his three seasons, but has an earned run average of only 3.68 and has struck out 191 batters.
Wes Parsons is a young pitcher who has a lot of potential and is still developing. He is a left-handed pitcher who throws a slider and a fastball. Wes Parsons has had some struggles in his career, but has shown flashes of brilliance and has the potential to be a great pitcher in the KBO.
He has a lot of potential and is still developing, which is why he has had some struggles in his career. Wes Parsons is a left-handed pitcher who has had a successful career in the KBO. He has won five games and lost ten in his three seasons, but has an earned run average of only 3.68 and has struck out 191 batters.
He is a young pitcher who has a lot of potential and is still developing, which is why he has had some struggles in his career.
Wes Parsons is a left-handed pitcher in the KBO who has had a successful career in the league. He has won five games and lost ten in his three seasons, but has an earned run average of only 3.68 and has struck out 191 batters.
He is a young pitcher who has a lot of potential and is still developing, which is why he has had some struggles in his career.
12. Park Sok-min
Park Sok-min is a third baseman for the NC Dinos in the KBO. Park started his professional career with the Samsung Lions in 2004 before moving to the Nexen Heroes in 2006.
He joined the Dinos in 2007 and has been a mainstay for the club since then. Park has spent time with the South Korea national team and played in the 2006 and 2010 World Baseball Classic.
In 2017, he became the first player in KBO history to hit .400 with over 100 RBI. Park is a highly respected player in the KBO and is often mentioned as one of the best third basemen in the league.
He is a two-time KBO Most Valuable Player and is a key figure for the Dinos as they look to defend their title in 2018. Park is married and has two children. Park Sok-min was born on November 5th, 1988 in South Korea.
Park Sok-min played for the Samsung Lions from 2004-2015. Park Sok-min was a power hitter for the Lions and reached the KBO playoffs in 5 of his 6 seasons with the team. Park Sok-min signed with the NC Dinos in 2016 and has been a key part of their lineup ever since.
Park Sok-min is a two-time KBO MVP and a six-time KBO All-Star. Park Sok-min was the KBO's Most Valuable Player in 2016 and 2018. Park Sok-min has retired from the KBO after the 2019 season.
13. Lim Jung-ho
Lim Jung-ho is a left-handed pitcher who made his debut in the Korea Baseball Organization in 2010 with the NC Dinos. Lim has been a key player for the NC Dinos over the past few seasons, posting a record of 43-28 in 4 seasons with the team.
Lim was named Rookie of the Year in the KBO in 2010 and finished 2nd in the voting for the KBO MVP in 2014. Lim is considered one of the top pitchers in the KBO, and he is also a key member of the Korean national team. Lim is scheduled to return to the NC Dinos for the 2016 season.
Lim is married and has two children. Lim is a devout Christian and is involved in ministry work with the church. Lim is a native of Seoul, South Korea.
Lim is a talented pitcher and is considered one of the best in the KBO. Lim Jung-ho is a South Korean left-handed pitcher who has played for the NC Dinos in the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO) since the 2015 season.
Lim has a 3-3 record with a 4.34 ERA and 116 strikeouts in 116 innings pitched in the KBO. Lim has held batters to a .236 batting average and has 1 save. Lim was drafted by the NC Dinos in the third round of the 2013 KBO Draft. Lim played college baseball at Chung-Ang University. Lim is 29 years old.
14. Lee Yong-chan
Career
- 2009 KBO League Rookie of the Year
Lee Yong-chan is a relief pitcher for the Doosan Bears. He was born on January 2, 1989 in South Korea. Lee made his KBO debut with the Bears in 2008. He has played in 902 games over 10 seasons.
In 2019, Lee led the KBO in losses with 23. He has also had the lowest ERA in the league (2.19). Lee has been a part of the Korean national team on multiple occasions. He has represented his country in the World Baseball Classic (WBC).
Lee is currently in the final season of his contract with the Bears. Lee Yong-chan has had a successful career in both the KBO League and the NPB. He has a record of 48-45 with 90 saves and a 3.80 ERA. He has struck out 571 batters in the KBO League, and has led the league in strikeouts twice.
He has also been a part of the Sangmu Baseball Team in the KBO League. He is currently playing for the Doosan Bears in the NPB.
15. Matt Dermody
Toronto Blue Jays
Dermody was drafted in the second round of the 2009 MLB draft by the Boston Red Sox. Dermody made his MLB debut with the Toronto Blue Jays in 2016. Dermody has spent most of his career with the Boston Red Sox.
In 2021, Dermody led the Seibu Lions to their first Japan Series Championship. In 2018, Dermody was traded to the Red Sox's division rival, the Boston Red Sox. In his first season with the Red Sox, he led the team in innings pitched and strikeouts.
Dermody is currently a free agent and is expected to return to the Red Sox. Dermody is a right-handed pitcher. Dermody is married and has two children. Matt Dermody is a right-handed pitcher who was drafted by the Toronto Blue Jays in the 5th round of the 2016 amateur draft.
Dermody made his professional debut with the Blue Jays in the 2016 season, appearing in 7 games.
In 2017, Dermody split time between the Blue Jays and the Arizona Fall League, posting a 3-1 record with a 3.30 ERA and 19 strikeouts in 23 innings. Dermody began the 2018 season with the Blue Jays, but was traded to the Cubs in mid-May.
Dermody has appeared in 18 games for the Cubs, posting a 5-4 record with a 3.68 ERA and 19 strikeouts in 21 innings.
Dermody is currently in the middle of a stint with the NC Dinos in the Japanese Baseball League, posting a 2-0 record with a 1.14 ERA and 16 strikeouts in 16 innings. Dermody is expected to return to the Cubs in late-May or early-June.
Dermody is projected to be a mid-rotation starter in the MLB. Matt Dermody is a talented pitcher who has the potential to be a major league starter.
16. Lee Min-ho
NC Dinos
Lee Min-ho is a 29-year-old relief pitcher for the NC Dinos in the KBO. He made his debut in 2012 with the Samsung Lions. Lee is a right-handed pitcher and bats and throws right-handed.
Lee is known for his high-speed pitches and deadly curveball. Lee is a key part of the NC Dinos bullpen and is often called on to make key saves in important games. Lee is a popular player with the Dinos fans and is often seen cheering on his team from the sidelines.
Lee Min-ho is one of the most promising young pitchers in the KBO and is sure to be a mainstay in the league for years to come.
Lee Min-ho is a South Korean professional baseball player who has played for the NC Dinos of the KBO League since 2012. Lee Min-ho is a power hitter who is known for his strong batting average and home runs.
Lee Min-ho has been a key player for the NC Dinos, helping the team to a 33–24 record over the past three seasons. Lee Min-ho has also been a valuable defensive player for the NC Dinos, recording 31 saves in that time.
Lee Min-ho is a young player who is still developing his skills, and is expected to improve as he continues to play in the KBO League.
Lee Min-ho is a popular player with his fans, and is well-loved for his effort and dedication on the field. Lee Min-ho is a talented player who is looking to improve his skills and take his game to the next level.
17. Sim Chang-min
Samsung Lions
Sim Chang-min is a relief pitcher for the NC Dinos. He was born on February 1, 1993 in Pohang, North Gyeongsang, South Korea. He played college baseball at the University of South Carolina.
He made his professional debut with the Samsung Lions in 2012. He has played in the KBO for five teams, the Samsung Lions, the NC Dinos, the SK Wyverns, the KIA Tigers, and the Doosan Bears.
He has a 4.02 ERA in 315.1 innings pitched in the KBO. He has been selected to the KBO All-Star team twice, in 2016 and 2017. He was named the KBO Relief Pitcher of the Year in 2017. He is a free agent after the 2018 season.
Sim Chang-min is a professional baseball player who currently plays for the Samsung Lions in the KBO League. He has represented South Korea in international play and was a part of the team that won the 2015 WBSC Premier12. Sim is a left-handed batter and has a batting average of .282.
He has amassed 474 strikeouts in his career and is a fierce competitor on the field. Sim is a five-time KBO League MVP and was also named the KBO Most Valuable Player in 2017.
He is a dedicated family man and has two young children. Sim will continue to play baseball at the highest level until he retires.
He is an important part of the Samsung Lions team and is a respected member of the community.
Final Words
The NC Dinos are one of the best teams in the Korean Baseball Organization, and they have had some of the best players in the league over the years.
Some of the best players to play for the NC Dinos include Park Byung-ho, Kim Tae-kyun, Kim Hyun-jin, and Lee Dae-ho. These players are all legends in their own right, and they have all contributed majorly to the NC Dinos’ success.
