Let's avoid release, a small miracle that came to an unknown training player → Lee Jung-hoo's video self-study → From his debut in the first division to an All-Star in Futures
Jul 11, 2025
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Doosan Bears rookie infielder Kim Joon-sang (21)'s voice shook. After being selected as an All-Star in the Futures League, he said, "It's an honor I could never have dreamed of."
A lot of things happened to Kim Jun-sang in 2025. He was turned away from the draft, but he had a chance to play as a foster player. He stood out in the Futures League. Two months after the opening, he was called up to the first team. In the end, he was also selected as a second-tier All-Star. Kim Jun-sang's challenge is just beginning.
Kim Jun-sang said "It's such an honor. It's such an honor to be able to play baseball in front of such a large audience. I haven't realized it yet.
Kim Jun-sang failed the 2023 Rookie Draft. After graduating from Yushin High School, I went to Dongui University of Science. Kim Jun-sang's name was not called in the 2025 rookie draft. Kim Jun-sang, who was considering going to a four-year school, called.
Kim Jun-sang said "It's an unforgettable day. It was the day after the draft. He told me to come to Jamsil right away, so I signed the contract right away. I still can't forget it."
Kim Jun-sang is a right-handed, left-handed infielder. He has a good eye at bat. The Doosan Futures team's evaluation is also excellent.
"He is sincere and has a strong appearance. There is a particular strength in hitting and running. His batting form is similar to Lee Jung-hoo, but he has a remarkably good walking/strikeout ratio because he knows how to wait for the ball."
This is thanks to Kim Joon-sang's training by watching and copying Lee Jung-hoo's video. Kim Jun-sang said, `I studied after watching Lee Jung-hoo's batting form. It seemed that the way to set the timing was right for my style. I've seen a lot of videos in 2021."
Kim Joon-sang hit 0.333/on-base percentage in the Futures League. He made his debut against Suwon KT on May 28 and hit a hit right away. In the first team, he played in nine games. He played three hits in 15 at-bats for 17 at-bats and 37 innings for second baseman and one inning for shortstop in defense.
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The taste of the first team was intense. Kim Jun-sang said "It was so good. This is the position that every player dreamed of. It was so nice to be able to play baseball there. I got more energy because you called my name and cheered for me. It was so much fun and good."
At the same time, the first team is a battlefield. You have to survive. Kim Jun-sang said, `First-team pitchers don't throw away many balls. The game came right in. I struggled because my control was all good. All the balls are fast, too. It was tough on defense, too`.
Kim Joon-sang appealed that he really fits 'Hustle Doo'. Kim Jun-sang said, `I want to say that I'm a player who can play like that that that fits the Doosan Bears' hustle and bustle. I want to settle down through fast feet and good defense without sacrificing myself. Shortstop, third baseman, and second baseman are all available. Also, if I go to the first team, I will try to show many advantages that I can do. If that happens, I think I'll have my place someday," he said, renewing his determination.
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.