Wake Set Up for Former Baseball Manager Baek In-chun
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- The funeral home for former baseball manager Baek In-chun has been set up at Dankook University Hospital in Cheonan.
- Baek, known as the "Immortal .400 Hitter," passed away at the age of 80 after battling cerebral hemorrhage.
- He had a distinguished 23-year career as a player in both Korean and Japanese professional baseball leagues.
The wake for former baseball manager Baek In-chun, celebrated as the "Immortal .400 Hitter," has been established at the Dankook University Hospital funeral home in Cheonan. Baek passed away at the age of 80 on the morning of the 15th in the intensive care unit of Dankook University Hospital, where he was receiving treatment for cerebral hemorrhage.
Baek was rushed to the hospital the previous day in cardiac arrest and remained in critical condition. He was a towering figure in the baseball world, having played for 23 years in both the Korean and Japanese professional leagues. His career achievements include batting over .400 in the Korean league, a feat that cemented his legendary status.
His passing marks the end of an era for Korean baseball, remembering a player who achieved unparalleled offensive success. The funeral arrangements are currently underway as the baseball community mourns the loss of one of its most iconic figures.
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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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