Why did ML Gold Glover become the first Korean to become a "Non-Participant

"It's even more an honor to receive this award from our seniors."

The "2023 Nutri Day Ilgu Grand Prize" ceremony was held in Cheongdam-dong, Gangnam-gu, Seoul on Tuesday. It is the most prestigious award ceremony hosted by Ilguhoe, a group of Korean professional baseball OB players, right before the Golden Glove ceremony.

Including Ilguhoe Chairman Kim Kwang-soo, KBO President Heo Gu-yeon, former manager Kim In-sik and former manager Park No-joon and Park Cheol-soon, senior baseball players who led and shone in the history of the Korean professional baseball gathered together. The coaches, general managers, and officials of 10 teams gathered together.

Lim Chan-kyu from LG won the Best Pitcher Award, Roh Si-hwan from Hanwha, Ryu Jin-wook from NC, and Moon Dong-joo from the Rookie of the Year Award. And the Grand Prize went to "The Greatest Baseball," a JTBC baseball entertainment program.

All active players bowed their heads with gratitude to the awards given by the senior baseball players belonging to the club. Each had a different way of expressing his or her feelings, but the first sentence of his or her acceptance speech meant, "It is an honor to receive the award from the senior baseball players."

Lim Chan-kyu, who won the Best Pitcher Award, said, "I receive a lot of seniors and juniors when I come here, and I think I'm the most lacking in baseball skills. I'm grateful to the seniors who gave me this award, and it's not enough to follow in their footsteps, but I'll be a sincere and polite player, a player who greets seniors well, and a model for juniors."

Noh Si-hwan of the Best Typewriter Award said, "I am grateful to the seniors who gave me generous awards, and I am grateful to be able to receive an honorable award for the position that they have been striving for." NC Dinosaurs Ryu Jin-wook, who received the Willing Effort Award, also said, "It is an honor to receive a valuable award. I will try to win an award here next year as well."

Kim Ha-sung, who has become a proud player of the current KBO league, also received a special achievement award on the day. He won the Gold Glove in the utility category of the National League this year for his specialty utility resource and second baseman for the San Diego Padres. He is the first Korean player and the first Asian infielder to set a milestone.

"Kim Ha-sung was the first Asian infielder to win the Gold Glove (utility part), breaking the preconceived notion that it is difficult for Asian players to succeed as infielders in the Major League, and playing a role as a preacher to inform the U.S., the home of baseball, of the excellence of Korean baseball," the Ilguhoe said, explaining why he was selected as the main character of the special achievement award.

Kim Ha-sung, who challenged to advance to the Major League through posting after the 2020 season, achieved his dream of entering the big league by signing a four-year guarantee of $28 million (about 36.4 billion won) contract with San Diego. Although he struggled a little in his first year since debut, he had his best season this year, batting .266 (140 hits in 538 at-bats) with 17 home runs, 60 RBIs, 84 runs, and 38 steals with OPS.749. In defense, he also won the Gold Glove in the National League Utility category, showing top-class defense in all infield positions except for the first baseman.

However, Kim Ha-sung did not receive the special contribution award selected by the baseball world's seniors in person. Kim Ha-sung did not attend the ceremony on the day. It was because of the controversy that erupted recently. Kim Ha-sung sent a message instead, saying, "I'm sorry that I couldn't attend the meaningful event that our seniors at the Ilguhoe created. I'm sorry and grateful."

Kim Ha-sung recently filed a complaint against his junior player A on charges of blackmail. In 2021, before entering the Major League, an argument with a junior player A spread and Kim Ha-sung paid the settlement money to settle the situation. The settlement money reportedly reached 400 million won.

Since then, in his first year in the Major League, Kim Ha-sung has lived together in the United States, hiring A as a training assistant. However, he recently filed a complaint for blackmail and intimidation when A constantly demanded money and goods. Kim Ha-sung appeared at the police station on the 6th and completed the investigation of the complainant. Based on this, the police investigation has begun.

A appeared on a YouTube channel on the 7th and claimed that "Kim Ha-sung habitually assaulted him." Contrary to Kim Ha-sung's claim that the agreement was completed, he also expressed his position that he should be continuously assaulted after the agreement and receive additional settlement money.

Choi Sun-jae, a law firm that served as Kim Ha-sung's legal representative to A's claim that he habitually assaulted, issued an official statement on the afternoon of the 8th, saying, "Kim Ha-sung recently sued his junior, a former professional baseball player, on charges of racketeering and attempted racketeering, and completed a police investigation." 토토사이트

Kim Ha-sung's side said, "In 2021, the opponent threatened Kim Ha-sung by taking advantage of his military status and demanded money in the name of the settlement, and Kim Ha-sung paid the opponent on the condition that he did not directly or indirectly contact Kim Ha-sung or do any disadvantageous actions."

"Nevertheless, the opposing player repeatedly violated the agreement, such as contacting Kim Ha-sung again. In response, Kim Ha-sung filed a criminal complaint to prevent further damage, and separately, he/she proceeded with a civil lawsuit and seizure requesting a penalty for violating the agreement," he/she explained.

"Kim Ha-sung made detailed statements about the damage during the investigation of the complainant, and I think the facts will be revealed through the judgment of the investigative agency and the court," he said. "However, I would like to reiterate that it is not true that Kim Ha-sung unilaterally and habitually assaulted the opponent."

He also said, "If the opponent's claim is true, he will have to file a formal complaint against it. In this case, Kim Ha-sung will sincerely engage in the investigation and reveal his innocence, and at the same time, he will thoroughly hold the other party accountable for false accusations."

Finally, he reiterated that he would strongly deal with the act of defaming Kim Ha-sung by reporting false facts and manipulated evidence to the media, and that he would not condone but hold him responsible for civil or criminal matters if the perpetration of the player continues in the future.'

Sports Seoul at the '2023 Year of the Year Award'

Major League Baseball's San Diego Padres Kim Ha-sung is interviewing Sports Seoul at the 2023 Awards Ceremony held at the Eliena Hotel in Gangnam-gu, Seoul on the 30th.

It was to prevent second and third victims.

Kim Ha-sung (28, San Diego), who plays in the U.S. Major League Baseball (MLB), sued his junior baseball player A, saying he was threatened.

The police said on the 7th that Kim Ha-sung submitted a complaint to the Gangnam Police Station against his junior A, who played with him during the Kiwoom Heroes on charges of blackmail and attempted blackmail. Kim Ha-sung also completed the investigation of the complainant on the 6th.

As a result of his coverage of Sports Seoul, Kim Ha-sung has been under constant blackmail from A for more than two years from 2021. Kim Ha-sung and A became close when they were on the same team while playing in the KBO League. However, A caught the pod and constantly demanded money from Kim Ha-sung.

San Diego Padres second baseman Kim Ha-sung is making a high-five with Rougned Odor, who is on standby after stealing a base in the third inning with Manny Machado's timely hit. USA Today Sports, Yonhap News

The method that A threatened Kim Ha-sung was to cancel the exemption from military service due to violation of quarantine rules. Kim Ha-sung won a gold medal at the Jakarta-Palembang Asian Games in 2018 and received a military exemption. If you receive a military service exemption, you have to fill 544 hours of community service for 34 months.

Kim Ha-sung devoted his passion to youth guidance through social service activities. Then, he occasionally had a drink with A after completing his volunteer work. However, this period was during the COVID-19 pandemic, and A aimed for this point. "If you enter an entertainment establishment during the mandatory completion of volunteer work hours and violate quarantine rules, your exemption from military service will be canceled. I will inform the police, the Military Manpower Administration, and the media," he threatened.

However, as a result of this paper's confirmation with the Military Manpower Administration, the exemption is canceled only if the crime is recognized or sentenced to imprisonment or higher, according to the 'Article 33, Paragraph 10 of the Special Act'. It is not canceled just by drinking alcohol or entering an entertainment establishment.

It is also true that Kim Ha-sung faithfully filled the social service hours that had to be largely fulfilled during the period. The image of him volunteering until late at night remains as a video material.

However, Kim Ha-sung's side deposited a large amount of money that A demanded several times for fear that it would damage his career when he was about to advance to the Major League. Even with a little consideration, he did not have to respond to threats, but he did not want to leave a small flaw in front of him as a critical factor in his life.

Kim Ha-sung.

The family members were not informed either. A close aide to Kim Ha-sung, who is well aware of the whole story of the case, said, "Kim Ha-sung did not tell us that he was threatened and remitted money because his family was worried. He belatedly checked the record of hundreds of millions of won being drained in the process of filing the comprehensive income tax, and only then did he find out."

He tried to finish the fact that he was threatened by A without informing his family, but A's request was excessive and endless. Eventually, Kim Ha-sung appointed a lawyer and filed a complaint against A. This is because there are other victims who have been threatened with blackmail by A. They are also baseball players. Choi said, "There are other players who have been beaten by A." In the end, Kim Ha-sung's complaint against A is partly due to the reason that A violated the agreement not to contact him, but also to prevent second and third victims.

Major leaguer Kim Ha-sung held a press conference at the Rivera Hotel in Cheongdam-dong on the 20th to express his feelings about ending the 2023 MLB season, and also told the story of winning the Gold Glove.

One thing to point out is that assault and blackmail are separate. It is true that Kim Ha-sung had a physical fight with A while drinking at a bar in Gangnam, Seoul, two years ago. However, he skipped the assault and began threatening blackmail for violating quarantine rules. 스포츠토토

The claim that A was unilaterally and habitual assault by Kim Ha-sung on the 7th is also not true. Kim Ha-sung's legal representative announced his position the next day, on the 8th, saying, "Kim Ha-sung's habitual assault is also not true. We will proceed with further complaints for defamation." Another closest aide who has seen Kim Ha-sung for 10 years said, "I have never seen Ha-sung use violence against someone. He is a mischievous person, but he is not the one to hit anyone. He is known for his usual manners. A's claim is an absurd lie."

Kim Ha-sung, who played for the Kiwoom Heroes in the KBO League until 2020 and advanced to the Major League in 2021, became the first Asian infielder to receive the Gold Glove Award this season. He can be said to be one of the most successful baseball players in Korea. He will become a free agent after the 2024 season. The A team aimed to "damage" Kim Ha-sung's image.

Meanwhile, the process of blackmailing is expected to be completed soon. "I heard that Kim Ha-sung submitted a lot of witnesses and evidence to the investigative agency to clear the allegations made by A. I think a conclusion will be made soon," Choi said.

Betts, who is 5 feet and 9 inches tall and has more than 40 home runs

Mookie Betts, who is about to achieve 40 home runs of the season with a "relatively" short height of 5 feet and 9 inches. On the left is Shohei Ohtani. Getty Images

Small peppers are spicy. The Mookie Betts 31 and LA Dodgers, which overcame unfavorable physical conditions, are about to hit 40 home runs of the season.

Betts hit 39 home runs as of Wednesday. He is on the verge of his first 40 home runs in the MLB debut, surpassing the record of 35 home runs in a single season achieved last year. Considering the remaining 13 games of the Dodgers, the possibility of conquering the record is quite high. Betts showed impact in August by hitting 11 home runs in 28 games. He is hitting one home run per 16.49 at-bats this year.

Betts' challenge of 40 home runs attracts attention because of his height. Betts is 5ft 9in (1m 75cm) tall on his profile. Yahoo Sports in the U.S. said, "If Betts hits 40 home runs, he will be the fourth player in MLB history to surpass 40 home runs with less than 5 feet and 10 inches and 177.8 centimeters after Roy Campanella in 1953, Hack Wilson in 1930 and Mel Ott in 1929."

Mookie Betts, who is short but trying to conquer 40 home runs by increasing his weight this year. Getty Images 스포츠토토

The key to Betts' home run increase is "weight." According to MLB.COM, the official website of MLB, Betts increased his weight to 178 pounds (80.7 kg) this season. Last year, he hit 35 home runs with 170 pounds and 77.1 kilograms, and as a result of testing at the Driveline Baseball of the state-of-the-art performance research institute at the recommendation of the club, he came to the conclusion that "it's better to gain weight."

MLB has a lot of "giants." From 1954 to 1965, only 18 batters played more than 3,000 at-bats, with a height of 6 feet and 1m 83cm or more and a weight of 200 pounds and 90.7kg or more. However, 113 players meet this standard since Betts made his MLB debut in 2014.

Yahoo Sports explained, "The average height of five batters (Mat Olson, Pete Alonso, Kyle Schwarber, Otani Shohei, and Ronald Acuna Jr.) who have hit 40 home runs this season is 6 feet 2 inches (1 m 88 cm) and weighs 223 pounds (101.2 kg)." Betts is not in excellent physical condition, but he is producing extraordinary results. This is why he is evaluated as a candidate for the NL Most Valuable Player in the National League.

Mohamed Salah scores more than 200 goals in the Premier League for a club

Mohamed Salah set another milestone.

Liverpool officially announced on its official website on the 17th, "Mohamed Salah broke the milestone of participation in 200 Premier League goals in Liverpool last Saturday."

Salah is currently the best winger in the Premier League and is a very fast player. He was also called an Egyptian Messi because his dribbling skills were quite good. His greatest strength is his connection play, pass, and goal-making ability, making him the best winger with all three beats.

Having gone to Chelsea due to his performance at Basel, he is unable to establish himself and is on loan to Fiorentina and Rome. He moved to Liverpool in 2017 with his performance as he did well there.

Since his debut season, he has shown crazy performances. With 44 goals and 14 assists in 52 games, he established himself as the best record breaker ever, sweeping the PFA Player of the Year, the FWA Player of the Year, the Premier Secretariat Player of the Year, and the Premier League's top scorer.

His performance continued in the 2018/19 season. He also led Liverpool's heyday with 27 goals and 10 assists this season, and scored the first goal in the Champions League final to help Liverpool win the Champions League.

Since then, he has continued to play well, not only became the third league top scorer in the 2021/22 season after the 2017/18 and 2018/19 seasons, but it was a regrettable season for Salah to experience the pain of finishing second evenly in the national team and club. In the first half, it was the best performance to the extent that there was no Premier League opponent, but his form fell in the second half after losing the Nations Cup and the World Cup playoffs in succession.

In the 2022/23 season, Robbie Fowler broke the previous record for most goals scored in the PL in Liverpool history. He scored 30 goals and 16 assists in 51 games, playing his part in stat alone, but fans were worried about the ups and downs of his performance.

He's at his peak this season. He has already scored two goals and four assists in five games, breaking the record for the most assists in Africa this time. All but one of Salah's assist records came with Liverpool, with one remaining assist while at Chelsea. Mahrez had set his own records for Leicester City and Manchester City.

With two more assists against Wolverhampton, Salah increased the Egyptian player's record for most assists in the Premier League to 62 goals, along with 139 goals for Liverpool since joining in 2017. Salah, who was involved in a total of 201 goals, became the eighth player to be involved in more than 200 goals for a club in the Premier League era. 스포츠토토

In addition, this is the second fastest record achieved in 223 games, behind Arsenal's Thierry Henry 206 games.

Salah has also scored goals or assists in all 11 recent Premier League games, extending his current goal involvement record. Salah has scored five goals and nine assists.

Tottenham is reportedly pushing for a long-term contract with Son Heung-min

Tottenham is reportedly pushing for a long-term contract with Son Heung-min, who is in his 30s.

British media 90min said on the 21st, "Tottenham is negotiating a contract renewal with Son Heung-min." Son has turned 31, but Tottenham wants a new long-term contract with Son. Son Heung-min is in his ninth season with Tottenham. Son Heung-min, who is under contract until 2025, has 18 months left on his contract. Tottenham has decided to extend their contract with Son Heung-min,' he said.

The media said, "The contract renewal between Son Heung-min and Tottenham is expected to be signed before Christmas." Negotiations may be concluded within weeks,' he predicted. Son Heung-min signed a four-year contract with Tottenham in 2021 and is under contract with Tottenham until the end of the 2024-25 season.

Son Heung-min has been appointed as Tottenham's new captain ahead of this season and is leading the squad. Coach Postecoglou, who appointed Son Heung-min as captain ahead of this season, said, "Everyone knows that Son Heung-min is a fantastic soccer player. Son Heung-min is great as a human being. Son Heung-min is a player who is highly valued by both his team members and the opposing team. 스포츠토토

Regarding the reason for appointing Son Heung-min as captain, he also said, "It was a big decision, but it was also an easy decision," adding, "I knew Sonny Son Heung-min's nickname would suit the captain's role."

Tottenham, led by Son Heung-min, is ranked second in the league with 13 points with four wins, one draw and 13 points along with an unbeaten run in the Premier League early this season. Son Heung-min is playing an active role in scoring a hat trick in the fourth round of the 2023-24 Premier League against Burnley on the 2nd. Son Heung-min, who has been playing for Tottenham since 2015, has scored 106 goals in the Premier League, surpassing the record of 104 goals in Drogba and 103 goals in the Premier League.

Son Heung-min is already mentioned as a legend at Tottenham. British media GiveMisport mentioned on the 14th, "Can Son Heung-min become a Tottenham legend?" and added, "Even if Son Heung-min leaves Tottenham right now, it is difficult to be controversial because Son Heung-min played a high-level role in Tottenham." He showed a memorable partnership with Kane. Son Heung-min was the top scorer in the Premier League in the 2021-22 season. "If Son Heung-min wins the title as Tottenham captain, he will rise to a legendary position."