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NC's Kim Han-byeol Wins Second Straight KBO Best Fielding Play Award
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NC's Kim Han-byeol Wins Second Straight KBO Best Fielding Play Award

From Dong-A Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Kim Han-byeol of the NC Dinos has been selected as the winner of the KBO's monthly 'Best Fielding Play' for July, marking his second consecutive win.
  • He secured the award for a crucial defensive play in the 8th inning of a game against the LG Twins, preventing the opposing team from tying the score with a runner on third base.
  • Kim Han-byeol will receive 1 million won in prize money, and the award ceremony is scheduled to take place during an upcoming NC home game.

NC Dinos infielder Kim Han-byeol has earned the prestigious KBO 'Best Fielding Play' award for July, following his win in June. This marks the first time any player has achieved two consecutive monthly awards since the accolade's inception.

Kim's game-saving play occurred on July 23rd during a match against the LG Twins. With his team leading 7-5 in the bottom of the eighth inning and the bases loaded, Kim executed a spectacular diving catch on a hard-hit ball. He then swiftly relayed the ball to shortstop Kim Joo-won, who completed the double play by throwing to first base. This defensive gem prevented the opposing team from tying the game.

The monthly award is determined by official record keepers who evaluate defensive plays based on factors like win probability added and fielding metrics. Kim Han-byeol is set to receive 1 million Korean won, with the award ceremony planned for an upcoming home game for the NC Dinos.

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Originally published by Dong-A Ilbo in Korean. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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