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Hanwha Eagles sign new foreign pitcher Bruce Zimmerman, who aims to 'challenge the Korean league'
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Hanwha Eagles sign new foreign pitcher Bruce Zimmerman, who aims to 'challenge the Korean league'

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Hanwha Eagles has signed new foreign player Bruce Zimmerman.
  • The contract is worth up to $440,000, including signing bonus, salary, and incentives.
  • Zimmerman, a left-handed pitcher, expressed his long-held desire to play in Korea.

The Hanwha Eagles baseball team has officially announced the signing of American left-handed pitcher Bruce Zimmerman. The deal, valued at a maximum of $440,000, includes a $70,000 signing bonus, a $300,000 salary, and $70,000 in incentives.

Zimmerman, standing at 1.90 meters (approximately 6 feet 3 inches), is noted for his strong command and ability to work the corners of the strike zone with his fastball. The team highlighted these attributes as key strengths he brings to the roster.

Upon signing, Zimmerman expressed his enthusiasm for joining the KBO league. "I've always wanted to challenge myself in the Korean league someday," he stated. This ambition underscores his commitment to performing at a high level in his new environment.

The Eagles' acquisition of Zimmerman comes after parting ways with their previous foreign player, indicating a strategic move to strengthen their pitching staff for the upcoming season. His addition is expected to bolster the team's performance and competitiveness.

I've always wanted to challenge myself in the Korean league someday.

— Bruce ZimmermanExpressing his long-held ambition after signing with the Hanwha Eagles.
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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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