President Lee Jae-myung Mourns Baseball Legend Baek In-chun

President Lee Jae-myung has offered profound condolences following the death of Baek In-chun, a revered figure in Korean professional baseball. Baek, who passed away at 84, was celebrated as the only player in Korean professional baseball history to achieve a .400 batting average, a remarkable feat he accomplished in 1982. President Lee took to X to express his respect and gratitude for Baek's career, noting his integral role from the league's inception. The president highlighted Baek's unparalleled achievement as a player, stating that the unbroken record demonstrates his exceptional talent. Beyond his playing days, Baek also dedicated many years to nurturing future talent as a coach, significantly contributing to the advancement of Korean professional baseball. Baek In-chun had been battling a cerebral infarction and passed away at his home in Cheonan after his condition worsened.

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I express my deep condolences for the passing of the legendary figure of Korean professional baseball, director Ko Baek In-chun.