History of SSG Landers in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 27, 2025

SSG Landers are a South Korean professional baseball team competing in the KBO League. Originally established as the SK Wyverns, the team was rebranded in 2021 following its acquisition by Shinsegae from SK Group. Based in Incheon, the Landers play their home games at Incheon SSG Landers Field.

1990: Ssangbangwool Raiders Established

In 1990, the Ssangbangwool Raiders were established representing the Jeollabuk-do region.

2000: Ssangbangwool Raiders Dissolved, SK Wyverns Formed

In 2000, the Ssangbangwool Raiders were dissolved due to the bankruptcy of the Ssangbangwool Group. The KBO League awarded a new franchise to SK conglomerate, named SK Wyverns, consisting mostly of former Raiders players.

November 2007: SK Wyverns compete in Konami Cup

In November 2007, SK Wyverns competed in the Konami Cup, defeating the Chunichi Dragons, China All-Stars, and Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions, but lost to the Chunichi Dragons in the final game.

2007: Win against Doosan Bears

In 2007, SK defeated Doosan to win their second Korean Series championship.

2007: SK Wyverns Win 2007 Korean Series

In 2007, SK defeated the Doosan Bears in six games to win the 2007 Korean Series after finishing the season in first place. Kim Jae-hyun was the series MVP.

November 2008: SK Wyverns compete in Konami Cup

In November 2008, SK Wyverns competed in the Konami Cup, defeating the Seibu Lions and Tianjin Lions, but lost to the Uni-President 7-Eleven Lions.

2008: SK Wyverns Win Second Korean Series Championship

In 2008, SK Wyverns went 83–43–0 and defeated the Doosan Bears to win their second Korean Series championship. Choi Jeong was named the 2008 Korean Series MVP.

2009: SK Wyverns Runners-Up in KBO Season and Korean Series

In 2009, SK Wyverns were runners-up in the 2009 KBO season and Korean Series, losing to the KIA Tigers.

April 2010: SK Wyverns End 22-Game Winning Streak

In April 2010, SK Wyverns' 22-game winning streak ended, which was the longest winning streak in Korean Baseball at the time.

2011: SK Reached Korean Series

In 2011, SK reached the Korean Series, where they were defeated by the Samsung Lions.

2011: Manager Kim Sung-keun Ousted Mid-Season

In 2011, manager Kim Sung-keun was ousted mid-season due to a disagreement with the SK front office, leading to Lee Man-soo taking over.

2012: SK Reached Korean Series

In 2012, SK reached the Korean Series, where they were defeated by the Samsung Lions.

2018: SK Win championship against Doosan Bears

In 2018, SK faced the Doosan Bears again in the Korean Series and won another championship.

January 2021: Shinsegae to Acquire SK Wyverns

In January 2021, Shinsegae announced it would acquire the SK Wyverns baseball club from SK Telecom for 135.2 billion won ($122 million).

February 2021: Shinsegae Finalizes Acquisition of SK Wyverns

On 23 February 2021, the deal for Shinsegae to acquire the SK Wyverns was finalized.

2021: Team Renamed as SSG Landers

In 2021, the SK Wyverns were renamed as the SSG Landers after Shinsegae acquired the team from SK Group.

2022: SSG Landers Win Regular Season Championship and Korean Series

In 2022, SSG Landers won the regular season championship with 88 wins and subsequently won the 2022 Korean Series, defeating Kiwoom Heroes 4–2.

January 2024: Landers Unveil New Logo and Uniform Design

On 15 January 2024, the Landers unveiled a new logo and uniform design, designed in collaboration with Todd Radom and Bill Frederick.

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