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Park Joon-soon returns, Yang Suk-hwan to minors: Manager Kim Won-hyung discusses roster moves
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Park Joon-soon returns, Yang Suk-hwan to minors: Manager Kim Won-hyung discusses roster moves

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

Translated from Korean, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Doosan Bears manager Kim Won-hyung discussed the return of second baseman Park Joon-soon and the demotion of slugger Yang Suk-hwan.
  • Kim stated that Park Joon-soon's return would add energy to the team.
  • The manager also commented on Yang Suk-hwan's situation, suggesting that if the timing had been better, another player might have been sent down.

Doosan Bears manager Kim Won-hyung has addressed recent roster changes, including the return of second baseman Park Joon-soon and the demotion of veteran slugger Yang Suk-hwan to the minor league team. The team is currently in Daejeon to play a three-game series against the Hanwha Eagles.

Kim expressed optimism about Park Joon-soon's comeback, stating, "His return will provide energy." The manager's comments suggest that Park's presence is expected to boost the team's morale and performance.

His return will provide energy.

โ€” Kim Won-hyungDoosan Bears manager Kim Won-hyung commented on the expected impact of second baseman Park Joon-soon's return to the team.

Regarding Yang Suk-hwan's move to the second team, Kim indicated that the decision was influenced by timing. "If the timing had been right, another player might have been sent down," he remarked, hinting at the difficult choices involved in managing the roster. The Bears are looking to rebound after a disappointing sweep loss to the LG Twins last weekend.

If the timing had been right, another player might have been sent down.

โ€” Kim Won-hyungDoosan Bears manager Kim Won-hyung explained the circumstances surrounding veteran slugger Yang Suk-hwan's demotion to the minor league team.
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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.