한국 야구, or Korean baseball, is a popular sport in South Korea, governed by the Korea Baseball Organization (KBO). The KBO League, established in 1982, features ten teams that compete in a regular season followed by playoffs. The league has gained a reputation for its passionate fans and exciting games. The sport has produced many talented players, some of whom have successfully transitioned to Major League Baseball (MLB) in the United States. Notable players include Park Chan-ho, the first South Korean to play in the MLB, and Hyun-jin Ryu, who has made significant contributions to his teams in both leagues.