7 Billion Won FA Choi Won-tae Impresses Manager Park Jin-man with Confidence, Not Just Velocity
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- Samsung Lions manager Park Jin-man praised pitcher Choi Won-tae for his improved performance and confidence on the mound.
- Choi Won-tae, a 7 billion won (approximately $5.1 million) free agent, impressed with his fastball reaching up to 151 km/h (94 mph).
- The manager particularly valued Choi's stable control and confident pitching over his high velocity.
Samsung Lions manager Park Jin-man expressed satisfaction with the noticeable improvement in pitcher Choi Won-tae's performance and demeanor on the mound. Choi, a significant free agent acquisition valued at 7 billion won (approximately $5.1 million), made his start against the Hanwha Eagles on July 14 at Daegu Samsung Lions Park.
While Choi's fastball, clocking in at a maximum of 151 km/h (94 mph), was certainly noted, manager Park highlighted other aspects of his pitching as more impressive. He specifically praised Choi's stable command of his pitches and his overall confident approach during the game.
"His confident presence on the mound was impressive," Park stated, indicating that the pitcher's mental game and control were key factors in his positive evaluation. Choi's performance in the game saw him pitch into the sixth inning before being relieved with two outs.
His confident presence on the mound was impressive.
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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.
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