Why Park Hae-min Left LG for a Small, Unreachable Sum That Day

It's a miraculous 2025 for the LG Twins. Securing the regular season title was a miracle, and their last-minute win...

It's a miraculous 2025 for the LG Twins. Securing the regular season title was a miracle, and their last-minute win in Game 4 of the Korean Series felt like a miracle.

Miracles persisted during the off-season. Captain Park Hae-min renewed his contract with LG, turning down an offer from another team that provided a significantly higher amount. Park Hae-min chose to remain with LG for an additional four years, totaling 6.5 billion won.

This year, he also emerged as a prominent figure in the FA market, boasting a .276 batting average, 43 RBIs, 80 runs, and 49 stolen bases.

As KT Wiz leapt into LG, which he was attempting to grab, he grew interested in Park Hae-min's professional journey.

It was evident that KT's amount was higher than LG's, which had restricted betting. It is true that LG was also discouraged, and on the 21st, Park Hae-min offered the 65 won he desired, but since Park Hae-min agreed, the miraculous agreement to remain was finalized.

Park Hae-min participated in the Love Giving Festival taking place at Jamsil Stadium on the 22nd, the day following his contract signing, and welcomed his fans.

Discussions with journalists uncovered details regarding the agreement.

Park Hae-min, who didn't have an agent, had to comply with the club's demands and express their wishes. He found it challenging, saying, "It would be a pleasant dilemma for others." While other teams enjoy the pleasure of competing and making decisions in the FA, it was also a very tough choice. "There were moments when it was mentally tough because I had to negotiate on my own and say no since I didn't have an agent, but after signing the contract, I felt so relieved," Park Hae-min mentioned after finalizing the deal.

Clearly, even though KT's offer was significantly higher, it was natural to question why LG made their choice. Park Hae-min said, "The other team you suggested told me an amount that was hard to turn down even on that day. He kept approaching and demonstrating his enthusiasm, so I considered it right before signing. I'm sorry and thankful." He thanked KT, saying, "I don't think I'm that great of a player, but fortunately, he rated me higher than I expected."

The choice came about through discussions with his wife. Park Hae-min stated, "It was similar during the first FA, and my wife provided me with much guidance, allowing me to decide for myself." Initially, he believed it would be beneficial to observe baseball over an extended period, and secondly, when (son) Eden became older, he thought that if he faced a similar decision, he could rely on our experiences to make a choice. These two points deeply moved me.

I also asked my 5-year-old son. Park Hae-min said, "My son Eden is 5 years old, so I asked him where he liked him because he is old enough to express his opinion, and he said he likes the Twins because he is a champion." "It might be because he isn't familiar with other teams, but it seems he knows that he is loved by his fans. When I go to the ballpark, the fans adore me and give me gifts. I'm very grateful to the fans," he said with a smile.

He is a husband who has wronged his wife since the day following his contract renewal with LG. Park Hae-min stated, "It was actually my wife's birthday today (22nd). So I reserved a trip to Jeju Island for two nights and three days starting on the 21st. However, when my wife signed the contract, I mentioned that it would be better to meet the fans first, which is why I'm here today. Although the season has ended, my wife keeps making sacrifices, so I'm truly sorry to my wife and would like to thank her again."

Park Hae-min, who has secured his fifth stolen base of the season, is eager to achieve his sixth, which would be a record. Park Hae-min said, "I want to earn the title of King of the Bandits at least once before my four-year contract ends." I believe it's Kim Il-kwon who is tied in terms of stolen bases, but I have a target I want to surpass. Since signing the contract, I've been focusing on how to demonstrate my performance next season.

Accelerate your physical condition. This is due to next year's WBC. "We intend to rebuild our bodies starting from mid-December. Since there is a chance of participating in the Saipan camp in preparation for the World Baseball Classic (WBC) in January next year, we are planning to start the preparation earlier." At the same time, Park Hae-min stated, "I believe it's crucial to maintain the best batting routine this year after joining LG, so I will prepare for the season accordingly."

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