Chae Eun-seong still considers Kim Hyun-soo the top player, despite team change
Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Hanwha Eagles player Chae Eun-seong still considers Kim Hyun-soo his top player, despite playing for a different team.
- Chae Eun-seong was heavily influenced by Kim Hyun-soo during their time together on the LG Twins.
- Chae Eun-seong recently performed well in a series against KT Wiz, but his team lost all three games.
Despite now playing for the Hanwha Eagles, outfielder Chae Eun-seong maintains that Kim Hyun-soo remains the No. 1 player in his book.
Chae Eun-seong, who played alongside Kim Hyun-soo on the LG Twins, credits his former teammate with significantly influencing his development as a player. "As someone I've experienced it with, (Kim) Hyun-soo hyung is number one," Chae stated, referring to Kim Hyun-soo, who now plays for the KT Wiz.
This sentiment comes despite a recent series where Chae Eun-seong showcased strong performance against Kim Hyun-soo's team. During a three-game road series against the KT Wiz last weekend, Chae recorded seven hits in 12 at-bats, demonstrating his offensive capabilities. However, his individual success did not translate into team victories, as the Hanwha Eagles were swept in the series.
While Chae Eun-seong's admiration for Kim Hyun-soo is clear, the Hanwha Eagles continue to struggle, having lost all three games in the recent series. The team's performance highlights ongoing challenges despite individual player efforts.
As someone I've experienced it with, (Kim) Hyun-soo hyung is number one.
Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.