Next Creative, a sports marketing firm, announced that it has signed management contracts with professional baseball players including Samsung Lions pitcher Kim Tae-hoon, Kiwoom Heroes pitcher Won Jong-hyun, KT Wiz infielder Oh Yoon-suk, and NC Dinos pitchers Yoon Sung-hwan and Won Jong-hae.
"I feel reassured to be working with a partner that considers the players' perspective," Kim said.
Last year, Kim became the second player in KBO League history to record double-digit holds for six consecutive seasons. This season, he is performing well with a record of 1 win, 1 loss, and 4 holds in 20 games, with an earned run average (ERA) of 2.95.
Next Creative also manages athletes such as speed skater Kim Min-sun, short track speed skater Park Ji-won, the Gyeonggi-do Office women's curling team (5G), and professional golfers Park Hyun-kyung and Yoo Hyun-jo.
(Photo courtesy of Next Creative, Yonhap News)