Go Woo-suk Signs 500 Million Won Annual Salary Deal with LG: "Thank You to Fans for Supporting Me"

Right-handed hard-throwing pitcher Go Woo-suk, who has returned to South Korea after his stint in the United States, has signed a one-year deal with his former club, the LG Twins, for an annual salary of 500 million won.

The professional baseball club LG announced on the 2nd, "We have completed the contract and player registration with Go Woo-suk," adding, "As he is rejoining midway through the season, Go will receive 150 million won, which corresponds to the remaining three months of the season."

Through the club, Go stated, "I want to thank the fans who have sent me unwavering and passionate support both when I was in Korea and when I was in the U.S.," adding, "Although there are not many games left in the season, I will pitch my best for the team's victory in the remaining matches."

After contributing to LG's combined championship in the 2023 season, Go pursued a career in the United States through the posting system with the club's permission, passing through numerous teams including the San Diego Padres, Miami Marlins, Detroit Tigers, and Minnesota Twins.

He spent most of his time in the U.S. in the minor leagues. After recently receiving notice of assignment waivers from Minnesota and failing to receive acquisition offers from other teams, his status was transferred to the minor leagues, prompting him to decide on a return to South Korea. He arrived back in the country on the 1st.

Under KBO regulations stating that domestic players must complete their player registration by July 31 each year to be eligible to play in the postseason (PS), Go will not be able to participate in this year's fall baseball.

LG manager Yeom Kyeong-yeop stated on the 1st, "We plan to utilize Go Woo-suk as a multi-inning setup reliever who can pitch around two innings," adding, "He could be deployed as early as the game on the 3rd."

(Photo provided by the LG Twins, Yonhap News)
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