Lotte Giants Dominate Fan Votes for 5th Month Running
In August’s Netizen Awards, South Korea’s beloved baseball team, the Lotte Giants, once again topped the charts—this time with an impressive 2,292 fan votes, claiming a 36.8% majority. It’s the team’s fifth consecutive month at number one, proving fan loyalty can be just as powerful as a home run in the ninth inning.
KIA Tigers Hold 2nd—But the Gap Grows
The KIA Tigers held on tight to second place with 1,495 votes (24.0%). While that’s no small feat, the gap between them and Lotte continues to widen. Still, with a fiery fanbase and a potential playoff surge looming in the second half of the season, KIA’s not giving up their underdog script just yet.
Samsung Lions, Hanwha Eagles, and LG Twins Secure Top 5 Spots
The old guard showed no signs of slowing down. Samsung Lions took third with 769 votes (12.3%), a nod to their historic consistency and reliable fan turnout. Hanwha Eagles came in fourth with 494 votes (7.9%), and LG Twins trailed closely behind in fifth at 370 votes (5.9%). Classic names, classic fan power.
One-Point Thriller Between Doosan and SSG
If baseball had a subplot worthy of a K-drama twist, this would be it—Doosan Bears edged out SSG Landers by just one vote. Doosan tallied 263 votes (4.2%), while SSG nabbed 262 (4.2%). It’s the kind of nail-biting competition that proves every fan click counts in this digital popularity war.
Lower Rankings, but Loyal Fandoms Persist
In the lower tier, Kiwoom Heroes rallied 147 votes (2.4%) for 8th place, followed by the NC Dinos with 117 votes (1.9%). Holding the line at 10th place was the KT Wiz, drawing 24 votes (0.4%). Although these teams sit at the bottom of the fan-vote food chain, their core fandoms are small but mighty, keeping the spirit alive one ballot at a time.
What the Rankings Really Say About K-Baseball’s Fandom Culture
This month’s rankings aren’t just a scoreboard—they’re a cultural statement. The Lotte Giants have now reigned for five straight months, not by sheer performance stats alone but due to fiercely loyal fans who consistently show up, click, and cheer. This is K-baseball’s new battleground: community-driven influence over raw standings.
As the season barrels into September, the big question remains: Can Lotte maintain this streak, or will challengers like KIA or Samsung plot an epic comeback, both on the field and in the hearts of netizens?
FAQs
Who won August’s Netizen Awards in the pro baseball category?
The Lotte Giants won the August 2025 Netizen Awards, leading with 2,292 votes and 36.8% of the total poll.
How many months has Lotte Giants ranked first?
Lotte Giants have ranked first for five consecutive months as of August 2025.
Which teams are close rivals in the voting?
The KIA Tigers remain the main challenger in second place, while Samsung Lions hold third. The closest battle was between Doosan Bears and SSG Landers, separated by just one vote.
