Even though there was some chatter that he might look for a return to the United States, outfielder Roger Bernadina is remaining with the KIA Tigers in the Korea Baseball Organisation (KBO). The 33-year-old is receiving a contract upgrade and will earn 1.1 million US-Dollar. During the 2017 season Bernadina led the league with 118 runs scored. He batted .320 with 27 home runs and 111 RBI. The KIA Tigers won their first championship in the KBO in 2017 since 2009.