The prerequisite for another leap forward is to properly organize foreign forces. If only three foreign players are selected well, they can reach the semi-finals. 토토 However, Hanwha experienced a nightmare at the beginning of this season that it did not want to recall. First starter Birch Smith started the opener against the Kiwoom Heroes, pitched two ⅔, threw 60 pitches, and was replaced by an injury. Brian O’Grady, the fourth hitter in the opening round, played 22 games and was forced out. He left with a batting average of 125, eight RBIs and 40 strikeouts without a home run.
Expectations were higher as the two players experienced Japanese baseball with the Seibu Lions last year. I thought I had a high understanding of Asian baseball, but the worst disaster happened. This season, Hanwha managed to escape the crisis of last place for four consecutive years. It is almost a pipe dream to rebuild a team only by fostering its own players. It is necessary to strengthen its practical power, not foreign players such as Lotto.
One of the best scenarios is the return of Ryu Hyun-jin. When he returns, it means securing a foreign ace. However, it will come sometime, but the possibility of joining this year is slim. In a recent meeting with the Korean media, Ryu Hyun-jin said, I think we’ll have to wait until December. He said he would watch the Major League situation until the end. A club official also said, I don’t think it will be concluded until mid-December.” Hanwha is the last option for him, who is prioritizing staying in the Major League. Even if it is difficult to sign a long-term contract, there is talk of $10 million in annual salary. F.
Nothing is more important to Ro than money. Now, Ryu Hyun-jin seems to have to forget and “all-in” to strengthen his power in a different way. It is strengthening its power through external FA (free agent) and the second draft. This year, two outside FAs can be recruited per team. First of all, he is planning to reinforce the fielders as soon as possible. Infielders An Chi-hong, Jeon Joon-woo and Yang Seok-hwan are mentioned as targets for recruitment. These are resources that can help in any way if they join the team regardless of whether they overlap their positions with existing players.
Hanwha is showing an active attitude while wary of “overpay” due to recruitment competition. If the team is not properly maintained, it will be difficult to get out of the bottom line next year. At the end of last year, Hanwha spent a total of 11.1 billion won on recruiting three outside FA players. He signed a contract with Chae Eun-sung (33) for six years to 9 billion won, Lee Tae-yang (33) for four years to 2.5 billion won, and Oh Sun-jin (34) for one plus one year to 400 million won. I have achieved results as much as I have invested. All three players were very helpful to the team’s power. Another second draft is waiting. Rumors are circulating that key fielders have been excluded from the list of 35 protected players in some top teams. There are times when bold decisions are needed.
