Nice condition, shows dirt and sweat stains, crown has been flattened during storage but can easily be brought back into shape (Baseball Card NOT included)

Kim Ki-tai (Hangul: 김기태, Hanja: 金杞泰; born May 23, 1969 in Gwangju, South Korea) is a former South Korean baseball player who played for the Ssangbangwool Raiders, Samsung Lionsand SK Wyverns and the current manager of Kia Tigers in the Korea Baseball Organization.[1]

During his pro career, he was used primarily as a designated hitter, with occasional games at first base. As a full-time designated hitter, Kim won a home run title in 1994 and a batting title in 1997. He is a four-time KBO Golden Glove Award winner as well.

In 2000, Kim was a member of the 2000 South Korean Olympic baseball team which won the bronze medal in the baseball tournament.

In 2014, Kim became manager of the Kia Tigers. In 2017, Kim successfully lead the team to Korean Series and considered as best manager in Korean Baseball Organization.

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