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Go Woo-seok Designated for Assignment by Minnesota Twins, ERA Soars to 12.54
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Go Woo-seok Designated for Assignment by Minnesota Twins, ERA Soars to 12.54

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean and summarized by DistantNews. Read the original for the full story.

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News From a news agency Outcome reported
  • Korean pitcher Go Woo-seok has been designated for assignment by the Minnesota Twins, marking another setback in his MLB aspirations.
  • The decision comes after a significant increase in his ERA, which rose to 12.54 in the minor leagues.
  • Reports indicate that control issues were the decisive factor in the Twins' move.

Korean pitcher Go Woo-seok's bid to return to Major League Baseball has hit another significant roadblock. The Minnesota Twins have designated him for assignment, effectively removing him from their 40-man roster.

This move comes after a challenging period for Go Woo-seok in the minor leagues, where his performance metrics have been starkly unfavorable. His earned run average (ERA) ballooned to a concerning 12.54, a figure that clearly did not meet the organization's expectations for a player seeking a return to the majors.

According to reports, the primary reason behind the Twins' decision was Go Woo-seok's persistent control issues. Pitchers struggling with command often face difficulties at higher levels, and it appears this was the decisive factor in the team's evaluation of his readiness.

The designation for assignment means Go Woo-seok is now available to be claimed by any other MLB team. If unclaimed, he could be outrighted to the minor leagues or become a free agent, depending on the circumstances and his contract.

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Originally published by Chosun Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.