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Veteran Player Choi Hyoung-woo's 'Big Brother' Gesture: 25 Pizzas for Samsung Lions
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Veteran Player Choi Hyoung-woo's 'Big Brother' Gesture: 25 Pizzas for Samsung Lions

From Chosun Ilbo · () Korean

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

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  • Samsung Lions' veteran player Choi Hyoung-woo ordered 25 pizzas for his teammates before a home game.
  • The gesture was a special gift to motivate the team during their intense race for the league lead.
  • In professional baseball, it's common for players to treat teammates after achieving significant milestones.

Ahead of a crucial home game against the KT Wiz, the Samsung Lions' dining hall at Daegu Samsung Lions Park received a special delivery: 25 pizzas. This generous treat was orchestrated by the team's veteran player, Choi Hyoung-woo, often referred to as the '๋งํ˜•' (eldest brother or leader) of the team.

The gesture is intended to boost morale and show appreciation for his teammates as they engage in a fierce competition for the top spot in the league. In professional baseball, it is a customary practice for players to celebrate and treat their colleagues after marking significant personal achievements, such as their debut win or first home run.

Choi Hyoung-woo's act goes beyond a typical celebration, serving as a unifying gesture for the entire team during a high-stakes period. The provision of 25 pizzas signifies a substantial effort to share a moment of camaraderie and fuel the Lions' pursuit of the league title.

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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.

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