1st place in fan voting → Choi Hyung-woo's turnaround → Best 12 again, but it was disappointing for Moon Hyun-bin

Jul 11, 2025

1st place in fan voting → Choi Hyung-woo's turnaround → Best 12 again, but it was disappointing for Moon Hyun-bin
A game between Hanwha and KIA at Hanwha Life Ballpark in Daejeon on the 10th. With two outs and a full base in the bottom of the ninth inning. Moon Hyun-bin made a walk-off hit. Daejeon = Song Jeong-heon Reporter's songs@sportschosun.com/2025.07.10/



"I think it would have been more meaningful to be with a senior who watched while dreaming of becoming a baseball player..."

For Hanwha Eagles Moon Hyun-bin, these days are just happy. With the full support of head coach Kim Kyung-moon, he has clearly established himself as Hanwha's new No. 3 hitter.

He hit as many as 102 hits in the first half alone. He has a batting average of 3.24 with nine homers and 46 RBIs. He ranks fourth in the batting average and tied for second in the league with the most hits. Hanwha also flew in due to its greater-than-expected performance. He finished first in the first half of the year in 33 years.




In the last game of the first half, Moon Hyun-bin performed a self-congratulatory show. He hit a dramatic come-from-behind final walk-off hit in the bottom of the ninth inning, leading to a three-game sweep and six consecutive wins.

On top of that, Moon Hyun-bin will also play in the All-Star Game at Hanwha Life Ball Park in Daejeon on the 12th. the first all-star in one's life. That's also the best 12. He will be the designated hitter for Nanum All-Star.

In fact, it topped the fan vote overwhelmingly thanks to Hanwha's rise. However, in the team vote, veteran senior Choi Hyung-woo (KIA) was allowed to turn the tables. Still, Moon Hyun-bin was qualified as an All-Star. He was scheduled to join the All-Star Game at the recommendation of head coach Kim Kyung-moon.




1st place in fan voting → Choi Hyung-woo's turnaround → Best 12 again, but it was disappointing for Moon Hyun-bin
The match between Hanwha and KIA at Hanwha Life Ballpark in Daejeon on the 8th. 1 out and 1 base in the 3rd inning. Choi Hyung-woo, who ran to third base when Oh Sun-woo doubled, is being replaced voluntarily. Daejeon = Song Jeong-heon Reporter's songs@sportschosun.com/2025.07.08/
But what's wrong with this. Choi Hyung-woo was injured in front of Moon Hyun-bin. Choi Hyung-woo felt an abnormality in his right hamstring while playing base running against Hanwha on the 8th. Fortunately, it wasn't a major injury, but he couldn't play in three consecutive games. Of course, he couldn't play in the All-Star Game. As a result, Moon Hyun-bin, the runner-up in the All-Star voting, was automatically promoted to the best 12.

"Whether it's the best 12, or a coach-recommended player, it's the same to go to the All-Star Game," Moon Hyun-bin said. Still, I think it's more meaningful to be in the best 12." "I was disappointed that I won the fan vote, but I thought I should rest well and do better in the second half." I tried to accept it positively" said daintyly.

1st place in fan voting → Choi Hyung-woo's turnaround → Best 12 again, but it was disappointing for Moon Hyun-bin
The match between Hanwha and KIA at Hanwha Life Ballpark in Daejeon on the 8th. Hanwha Moon Hyun-bin, who hit an RBI double in the bottom of the first inning. Daejeon = Song Jeong-heon Reporter's songs@sportschosun.com/2025.07.08/
It is a pleasure for Moon Hyun-bin to become the best 12, but even the opposing team is uncomfortable that this situation was created due to the senior's injury. Moon Hyun-bin said "It would have been more meaningful if I played in the All-Star Game with my senior, who had been dreaming of becoming a professional player since I was young, so I think I was more disappointed than happy."," he said candidly.




Regarding this season, which was a turning point in his baseball career, Moon Hyun-bin said, `It's really good. I'm grateful that the team is in first place, and I'm continuing to play as a member. I'm so thankful for the opportunity." The goal of the second half is for the team to win the regular season by ranking first. I think my individual performance will follow naturally if the team wins first place," he stressed.





This article was translated by Naver AI translator.