Replacing agents for money? I know Kang Minho doesn't get many honest explanations

Jul 22, 2025

Replacing agents for money? I know Kang Minho doesn't get many honest explanations
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"I really wanted to tell you that I didn't change my agent to get more money."

Samsung Lions catcher Kang Min-ho has provided an explanation for rumors related to agent replacement. Kang Min-ho started as the fifth batter and catcher in a home game against SSG Landers at Samsung Lions Park in Daegu on the 22nd and led his team to a 7-5 victory with 3 hits and 4 RBIs in 5 at-bats. Samsung overturned its initial inferiority and succeeded in a thrilling come-from-behind victory with its batters' cohesion even with the opponent 'Ace' Mitch White taking the mound. In an interview with the reporters after the game, Kang Min-ho said, `I don't think the batting feeling is too good yet,' but added "White has such a good ball that he entered the first at-bat with the thought of not being late for the fastball timing. I played actively, but I think it worked out well as the hit hit led to a timely hit. My first at-bat went well, so I went into the rest of the at-bat comfortably, but the results came out well," he said with a smile.

Kang Min-ho will be eligible for FA again after the end of this season. Has already played all three FA signings, and is now set for the fourth FA. If Kang Min-ho submits an FA application after the end of the season and signs a contract, the fourth FA contract is expected to be the first in KBO league history.




Replacing agents for money? I know Kang Minho doesn't get many honest explanations
A game between the Samsung Lions and the LG Twins at Lions Park in Daegu on the 6th. Samsung's Kang Min-ho is cheering after hitting a double in the bottom of the third inning. Daegu=Park Jae-man Reporter pjm@sportschosun.com /2025.07.06/
However, it became a hot topic that Kang Min-ho recently replaced his agent. An agent contract was signed with a large agency. There was also a view that Kang Min-ho might have shown great motivation for the fourth FA as it is a place famous for drawing large-scale contracts of large FA players.

Kang Min-ho actively explained when the story about the agent came out. He "There was something I really wanted to tell you here. I didn't replace the agent because of the FA contract. The contract with the existing agent is over, and I'm thinking about where to sign the contract, but I really want to go to the U.S. for training once my career is over. The next agent looked around with the idea of finding someone who could help me in the future. I actively explained, "Where I signed (Rico) now, I signed a contract with the judgment that I would be of great help even if I went to the United States."

Kang Min-ho also said, `I didn't do it with the intention of getting more money as an FA. I don't get paid much even if I'm an FA. I know that. I didn't mean to get a lot of money, but I really wanted to find an agent who could help me later."




Replacing agents for money? I know Kang Minho doesn't get many honest explanations
A game between the Samsung Lions and the LG Twins at Lions Park in Daegu on the 5th. Samsung Kang Min-ho, a pinch hitter with one out and runners on the first and third bases, is stepping down due to a double play in the bottom of the fifth inning. Daegu=Park Jae-man Reporter pjm@sportschosun.com /2025.07.05/
Of course, that doesn't mean I won't apply for the FA. Kang Min-ho has firmly expressed his thoughts on the 4th FA for the first time in history, not only for the extension of his personal career but also for the future of his juniors. However, he is preparing for his upcoming retirement. After retirement, he puts a lot more weight on the field leader than on the broadcaster and commentator.

Kang Min-ho "Every year during the spring camp, I receive almost all the business cards of all the sports broadcasters' producers."I don't know yet what will happen to me later, but so far, I really have a strong desire to go the way of a field leader." The dream of a leader is huge. I can't guarantee it because I don't know what's going to happen, but I definitely want to continue to be a sweaty leader like the players on the ground."

Regarding the timing of his retirement, he added, `I haven't thought about that (how long I'll play), but I know there's not much left.'








This article was translated by Naver AI translator.