There has never been a pitcher like this before! Refusing to compare with all-time pitchers → Funny Coach Kim Won-hyung found treasure in Miyazaki

Nov 11, 2025

There has never been a pitcher like this before! Refusing to compare with all-time pitchers → Funny Coach Kim Won-hyung found treasure in Miyazaki
photo courtesy of Doosan Bears



[Miyazaki(Japan) = Reporter Han Dong-hoon of Sports Chosun] "In the past, such pitchers were extremely rare. It's another type."

Doosan Bears coach Kim Won-hyung did not hide his expectations for rookie Choi Min-seok (19). He said it was a style that was difficult to see in the past, and predicted that if he supplemented his physical strength, he would likely succeed.

Manager Kim Won-hyung guided Choi Min-seok's bullpen pitching during the closing camp held at Ivy Stadium in Miyazaki, Japan on the 10th. Manager Kim Won-hyung said, `My arm swings are fast and my main weapon is fighting spirit. I hope we can go full-time next year"I hoped.




Choi Min-seok is a high school graduate rookie this year. He was named 16 times overall in the second round. He joined the first team in May and started the starting rotation from the end of the first half. He recorded 3 wins and 3 losses with a 4.40 ERA in 77 ⅔ innings (15 starts). For the first time among 2025 new people, they achieved quality start and quality start plus.

Choi Min-seok also made a strong impression in the closing camp. Coach Kim Won-hyung said, `When training, he is a player who does exactly what he does,' adding, `It's funny if you just look at it. Usually, he still looks young, but he is unadorned and sincere. I heard that my arms were tired after playing the first season of this year. However, it is very good to think about it on your own and ask for ways to supplement it."

Choi Min-seok is also in excellent physical condition. It is 1m88 in height. The profile weight is 84kg, which is rather slender. Choi Min-seok intends to gain weight. Choi Min-seok "I'm about 89kg now. I want to gain up to 93kg and lose 90kg even if I lose it again" he said. You can expect an increase in physical strength and power.




There has never been a pitcher like this before! Refusing to compare with all-time pitchers → Funny Coach Kim Won-hyung found treasure in Miyazaki
photo courtesy of Doosan Bears
There has never been a pitcher like this before! Refusing to compare with all-time pitchers → Funny Coach Kim Won-hyung found treasure in Miyazaki
photo courtesy of Doosan Bears
When asked which pitcher Choi Min-seok looked like in the past, manager Kim Won-hyung agonized for a moment. Manager Kim Won-hyung said, `In the past, it was rare for pitchers to throw two-seam like that. "A really new type", he said. "The key is how well you can fight at the time when you can fight."

Choi Min-seok has a unique style that does not resemble anyone else. Fast arm speed, sharp determination, and self-reflection to look back on themselves coexist even at a young age. As manager Kim Won-hyung said, there is a good chance that he will grow into a pitcher of 'another type'.





This article was translated by Naver AI translator.