US local media quickly announced the news of Choo Shin-soo (39) going to the KBO League.
MLB.com said on the 23rd (Korean time), “Shinsoo Choo decided to play in Korea this year,” and “we have signed a contract with SK Wyverns (acquired by Shinsegae Group E-Mart).”
The media introduced, “Chu Shin-soo played in the 2018 American Professional Baseball Major League (MLB) All-Star Game and left 218 home runs and 157 steals in 16 seasons in MLB.”
Texas local magazine Dallas Morning News reported that after introducing Choo Shin-soo’s contract photo, “Chu Shin-soo has found a new home” and “is going to continue his career at KBO League SK.”
Lone Star Ball also said, “Shin-soo Choo signed a contract with SK for 2.4 million dollars a year.”
He said, “I will continue my career as a player in Korea, my country.”
Japanese media also showed interest in Choo’s trip to Korea.
Nikkan Sports reported, “Shin-soo Choo, who has made the most MLB home runs in Asia (175) set by Hideki Matsui, will return to Korea.” did.
Japan’s full count introduced, “With Choo Shin-soo choosing the KBO league, there was a possibility to compete in the Tokyo Olympics,” and “It will be a big burden on the Japanese baseball team.”
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